Financial Analyst, Operations Finance

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace Type: Hybrid

The Financial Analyst, Operations Finance will be responsible for supporting the Senior Manager, Operations Finance in the preparation of financial forecasts, performing financial analysis, and providing sufficient periodic financial information and solutions to support the North America regional business planning and decision making processes as they relate to the Division's strategy and business objectives. Role will report to Sr. Manager, Operations and Supply Chain Finance, Global T&HS.

What you will do:

• Support our manufacturing plants with finance partnership in manufacturing cost forecasting and all areas of the SAP related planning processes.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and analysis of annual budgets and periodic forecasts with an emphasis in manufacturing expenses analysis while supporting the development of the regional operations finance reporting packages.
• Support the preparation of the necessary financial data to support the day-to-day operations and long-term decision making of the division's operational management team.
• Identifies areas that can be improved and constructively proposes new solutions that increase value and improve business performance.
• Evaluate monthly, quarterly, and annual results against forecasts identifying performance drivers and highlighting risk and opportunities. Keep appraised of business developments to assess financial impacts, make value-added recommendations, and prepare ad hoc analyses for executive team that facilitate sound business decisions, forecasts, and strategies.
• Develop new and streamline existing processes and systems as required to ensure more efficient delivery of value-add information to both internal and external stakeholders. Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies where possible.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards for enhanced data visibility and management decision-making.
• Serve as a finance partner in assessing cost saving initiatives, and associated tracking of realized savings.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with operations and supply chain teams that will help facilitate effective communication of business plans and results.
• Deal efficiently and effectively with dynamic change and support the team to deliver results timely and accurately.
• Drive compliance of internal controls and governance with excellence
• Special Projects- Work on special projects focused on accounting, financial analysis, financial forecasting, or financial reporting as required.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, accounting or auditing
• Strong analytical acumen to thoroughly understand, recommend improvements, and align affiliate/region reporting
• Strong attention to details
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Must be able to analyze financial results and assess financial/strategic impacts of business decisions.
• Knowledge of cash flow, balance sheet and income statement analysis, and budgeting process.
• Flexibility to be involved in both finance and accounting tasks
• Strong computer skills with knowledge in the use of Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI.
• Experience working with SAP, SAP BW, SAP BPS/BI-IP and BPC preferred.

Who you are:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills. Must be able to convey information all levels of the organization in a clear, focused, and concise manner.
• Demonstrated experience working as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Dedicated team player with innovative mind-set to develop and implement internal process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Embraces changes and is open to new ideas and approaches.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package- Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support- Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements- We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth- Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program- A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program- Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$81,680.00-$108,906.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.