Zeal Creamery Hiring for Supply Chain Finance Manager Job at Chicago, IL Full Time

Job Description

Supply Chain Finance Manager

Job Summary

Zeal Creamery – EVERYTHING WE DO, WE DO WITH PASSION, DETERMINATION, AND INTEGRITY — PROVIDING THE FRESHEST AND HEALTHIEST DAIRY THAT TASTES GOOD, DOES GOOD, AND IS GOOD.

This zeal — this gusto and spirit — is brought to all aspects of our business and keeps us motivated to continue to produce the highest quality of dairy products in an ethical way.

The Supply Chain Finance Manager will plan and execute all of the finance and accounting operations of the company. Will lead the provision of cost analysis, standard cost development, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, weekly, month end closing and reporting. Provides and interprets accurate and timely financial information to staff that will drive company performance and achieve business objectives. Incumbent will be operating in a start-up environment

Duties/Responsibilities

• Creates, implements and oversees financial controls for the department as well as the organization, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors financial operations and performance, analyzing and interpreting operating results, investigating variances and unusual items; and evaluating their effect on operations.
• Creates and interprets financial models and reports based on analyses to support organizational decision making.
• Provide weekly and monthly operational scorecards (production, ullage, COGS, margin, SOH, etc)
• Leads the annual budgeting and quarterly forecast process.
• Provides insights to all areas of the business using analytics and benchmarking, including the identification and analysis of industry trends.
• Develops automated reporting and forecasting tools in the CRM / ERP Zoho Analytics to drive efficient use of data.
• Identifies and implements process improvements that positively impact the function as well as the business.
• Analyzes the market for business opportunities and make associated recommendations.
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong, positive team leadership skills
• Demonstrates good EQ awareness and skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Thorough understanding of methods of systems analysis and the principles, design, and procedural methods used in data analysis.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and deal effectively with conflicting priorities.
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times a stressful environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, Zoho Analytics, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite software as well as the ability to work with Accounting Information Systems.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a Finance leadership position in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with Accounting Information Systems required, with Zoho experience required
• Proven experience with FDA / Dairy / State compliance (required)
• Experience in a start-up environment is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations