Manufacturing Business Analyst

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JOB OVERVIEW:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and maintains standard cost production models which include raw materials, labor, overhead, and packaging.
• Communicates with plant management and Finance personnel regarding production processes and standard cost discrepancies.
• Performs monthly financial closing functions for Operations Finance. This includes, but is not limited to: write-off analysis, reconcile process order variances and provide an in-depth analysis, cost center review with journal entries, and overhead cost per pound analysis.
• Meets regularly and provides insight to Plant Management and Planning teams.
• Reports and analyzes labor and overhead spending.
• Leads the budgeting and forecasting process for the site.
• Effectively communicates cost impact with cross-functional teams.
• Tracks progress on Cost Savings projects.
• Updates PLM for standard costing, assists with maintaining master data.
• Leads meetings to communicate performance results, collaborate team efforts, and effectively identify challenges.
• Provides costs analysis in support of Capital projects, Marketing programs, and production incentive programs.
• Provides appropriate business support, including, but not limited to, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improving reporting.
• Prepares audit schedules and perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as required or assigned by manager.
• This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Finance, or Economics
• 3 years of business analysis experience
• Must have thorough knowledge of analytical techniques and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of SAP is preferred
• Must be able to communicate and interact effectively, both verbally and in writing with a broad spectrum of internal employees including all levels of management.
• Must be a proactive team player with the ability to demonstrate cooperation and initiative and work in cross-functional teams.
• Must be organized and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy, quality and quantity of work performed. Must be able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Experience operating a computer keyboard and mouse; speaking, in person and by phone; writing; reading written reports and computer screens.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Ability to present financial data effectively to senior level contacts.
• Effective use of reporting tools and personal computer software (spreadsheet, database, word processing, etc.).

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Office environment demands including frequent speaking both in person and over the phone; writing, reading files, reports and PC screen. Prolonged sitting at computer terminal. Regular vision concentration for reading and checking reports, forms and data entry.

Typical office environment with low levels of noise and fumes, adequate lighting and comfortable temperature. Use of 10-Key, computer, scanner, fax.

Blue Diamond Growers is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

WHY BLUE DIAMOND?

In addition to working at the world's largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness GuideHERE .

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