Finance Manager - Strategic Projects (Finance)

Being a member of this team means you'll partner with business units by providing financial analysis for decision-making purposes. We'll rely on you to report, plan and evaluate our financial results, as well ensure that our financial transactions and reports are timely, accurate and efficient. You'll help us continue to drive our exceptional financial performance. Johnsonville, LLC Finance Manager - Strategic Projects Position Overview: This position will be supporting large-scale strategic projects needing Finance expertise. You will develop and leverage competencies in a variety of functional and cross-functional areas while having a strong focus on the finance business partnering. You will build on your prior experiences while also exposing you to key areas within the business such as operations, commercial teams or business strategy / planning. Together, you and your coach will find those opportunities that allow you to build relationships across the business, gain critical experience and stretch your existing skillset. This program is specifically designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed to successfully grow within our culture, ultimately preparing you for future leadership roles at Johnsonville while addressing the strategic needs within the business. While the program is tailored to you, generally, you will complete multiple strategic projects over a 24-month period, being uniquely exposed to a variety of experiences within cross-functional areas of focus. It is also possible that you will not complete the full 24 months as an attractive role within the team may arise before the completion of 24 months. Our Approach to Work: Johnsonville was built on the premise that our business should build our members and provide opportunities to help them fully develop their God-given talents. We believe face-to-face interaction and time in the office is crucial for member development and an important enabler of our team-centric culture. We also know that flexibility is key to managing the demands of work and personal life, and we respect that some work is best done away from the office. Our Flexible Work program offers several different options to fit your needs, with most office positions offering hybrid work structures. More details on this position's requirements and our Flexible Work program will be shared during the interview process. Responsibilities:

• To be determined by the rotational needs and all rotations will require differing levels of managerial skills combined with technical skills. The intention will be to continue your development in areas that are both strengths and opportunities to grow.
• Partner with business unit Finance leaders to help implement pre-defined actionable insights aimed at maximizing the performance of the business, focusing on both the short-term and long-term health.
• Provide scenario analysis and stress testing for project assumptions.
• Assist with performance reporting, profitability analysis, and strategic and financial planning, identifying insights that help improve business strength.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships at all levels of the organization to provide meaningful analysis, insights and recommendations.
• Continuously learn the overall business including competitive landscape, sales and marketing strategies, operations and supply chain as you work with cross functional members
• Support teams to deliver the strategic financial plan, learning Integrated Business Planning and utilizing the process tools to drive results
• Develop financial models and analyses that help teams better understand their business from a financial perspective and make financially sound decisions on pricing, promotions, costs, investments and/or product mix

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required; CMA or CPA preferred
• MBA a plus

Experience:

• Well-rounded Financial professional with experience in multiple financial disciplines
• Seven or more (7+) years of accounting and finance experience required with preference toward 5+ years of Financial Planning & Analysis experience
• Experience and passion for leading, coaching and mentoring
• SAP and BPC expertise a significant plus
• Prior leadership experience preferred

Skills:

• Build trust and strong relationships, finding solutions and influencing outcomes to drive superlative performance
• Turn data from various sources into insights - explaining why and asking so what - with a strong attention to detail in a fast-changing environment
• Use the numbers to tell the clear story, filtering the data and removing noise
• Track record of strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated self-starter with a keen awareness of customer needs and action orientation
• Demonstrated, consistent professional growth; advancement potential and desire
• Action oriented, with the ability to set priorities and achieve goals
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity

Travel:

• Less than 10% expected unless you and your coach decide on a rotation that will require a greater level of travel. This may be a great opportunity to stretch and grow in locations not located at our Global Headquarters.

Location: Global Headquarters, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Our office is about an hour north of Milwaukee) Coach: Chief Financial Officer Member Status: Full Time, Salaried Benefits: Members have potential for a monthly bonus, 401k with a company match, non-qualified deferred compensation plan and profit sharing. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage;flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement! About our Company Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 3,000 Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself! How to Apply: External candidate: Apply on-line only at: careers.johnsonville.com Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We value the diversity of our workforce and we embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. M/F/Vet/DisabilityJohnsonville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country. We support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.