Ventura Foods, LLC

Plant Operations Finance Manager

Ventura Foods, LLC • $85K — $110K *
Opelousas, LA 70570In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent required
  • 5+ years of progressive financial experience in a manufacturing environment
  • 3+ years of supervisory and management experience
  • Strong capability with Excel and familiarity with JDE EnterpriseOne
  • Proven background in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Responsibilities

  • Manage financial functions and reporting for the manufacturing facility
  • Develop operational reporting metrics and analyze financial results
  • Oversee plant inventory and control procedures for accuracy
  • Coach and develop plant finance staff for personal growth
  • Facilitate annual planning and budgeting processes
  • Audit local procedures for compliance with company policies
  • Identify risks and opportunities to improve financial performance

Benefits

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage starting on the first day
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching after eligibility
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
  • Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Annual bonus based on incentive program terms
Full Job Description
Employment Type: Salaried
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:

The Plant Finance Manager manages and direct financial functions of production facility including the annual financial plan, general accounting, manufacturing systems, capital plan and costing. Finance Manager is also responsible for the plants adherence to Company policies and GAAP. Position will provide ongoing reporting and analysis to local Management staff in support of the company profit and growth objectives.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Financial Accounting: Responsible for financial functions and reporting of the manufacturing facility. This includes G/L, AP, Bill of Materials, Timekeeping, Plant Inventory, 3rd Party Warehouses (3PL) and support department interfaces with IT. Facilitate monthly closings to meet established closing schedule and provide financial notes that analyze variances and forecast accuracy.
  • Financial Analysis: Develop and track operational reporting metrics that translate into actionable business plans. Analyze financial results and provide insights to assigned business partners. Ensure all financial analysis and operational reporting is to the company standard. Review variances on a weekly basis with plants to understand root causes and implement corrective action.
  • Inventory & 3rd Party Warehouse Control: Manage plant inventory and 3PL Inventory control staff to ensure accurate physical inventory records and management accounting practices are adhered to. Engage plant leadership and supervisors to improve transactional discipline to ensure efficient and accurate inventory records in JDE and related EDI files for 3PL are maintained.
  • Coaching and Development: Manage plant finance staff to provide accurate and timely financial data. Facilitate the personal growth of accounting staff and provide atmosphere that facilitates a performance culture and promotes job satisfaction. Ensure cross training and backup procedures are in place.
  • Annual Planning & Forecasting: Facilitate annual planning processes. Partner with Plant Leadership to establish an operating and capital budgets that promotes growth and reduces costs. Drive accountability into the plants to deliver the financial plan. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to forecast and annual financial plans.
  • Internal Controls: Audit local procedures to insure all programs follow company policies. Offer feedback and direction to HQ departments on system or policy improvements required to insure effective results.
  • Business Leadership: Identify any potential risks and opportunities to the business and drive for improved financial results. Promote good project management practices across the plant on capital projects and continuous improvement programs. Cultivate a plant culture focused on continuous improvement to create fuel for growth.


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent degree required
  • 5+ years of progressive financial experience in a manufacturing environment required
  • 3+ years of Supervisory and management experience required


Knowledge and Skills:

  • Strong capability with Excel and familiarity with JDE EnterpriseOne.
  • Strong experience in manufacturing finance, operations finance, cost accounting and analytical experience
  • Proven background preparing budgets, forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting and operational performance reviews
    Ability to partner cross-functionally with plant leadership, operations, supply chain, production and corporate finance
    Advanced excel skills
    Comfortable challenging assumptions, identifying risks and opportunities and helping leadership make informed decisions
    Strong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers (standard costing, inventory, labor, overhead, absorption, scrap, BOM's and plant KPI's)
    Leadership experience managing and mentoring accounting, finance, or analyst-level staff

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:
    • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision - coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
    • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
    • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
    • Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
    • Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions)


About Ventura Foods, LLC

Ventura Foods, LLC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of branded and custom food products. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Brea, California. Ventura Foods, LLC offers a wide range of products, including oils, dressings, sauces, and margarines. The company serves customers in the foodservice, retail, and industrial markets. Ventura Foods, LLC is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company has a strong reputation for quality and innovation.
Learn more about Ventura Foods, LLC
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1867
* Ladders Estimates

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