SR FINANCIAL ANALYST

Grain Processing Corporation3 months ago
Muscatine, IA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Looking to join a 6-time U.S. Best Managed Company?

Grain Processing Corporation (GPC), a KENT WORLDWIDEä company and leading manufacturer of grain-based products, located in Muscatine, Iowa. Our Finance team is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support strategic analysis, reporting, and FP&A initiatives. This role delivers actionable insights through advanced analytics, supports budgeting and forecasting, and partners with leadership to optimize performance and profitability.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, Iowa and offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to join a high-performing team

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and operational metrics tracking
  • Analyze monthly financial performance, including costing and inventory
  • Analyze product line margins to determine optimum product mix
  • Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and recommend improvements
  • Develop and maintain BI dashboards and reporting tools
  • Prepare content for leadership reviews and management reporting
  • Drive cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives
  • Monitor KPIs and provide insights for business performance
  • Support system implementations (e.g., Integrated Business Planning, Microsoft Dynamics 365)
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and internal controls
  • Complete special projects and provide strategic support to senior leadership

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; MBA preferred

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years of experience in financial analysis or similar role
  • Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in Excel, PivotTables, Power BI and other data visualization tools
  • Excellent Communication skills for conveying complex concepts to non-financial stakeholders
  • Results Oriented with strong initiative and ability to work independently
  • Experience with costing and inventory analysis; manufacturing industry experience a plus

TRAVEL

• Some travel up to 10% can be expected for meetings, trainings, and other site visits

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Required Skills

Project Management
Microsoft Excel
Communication
Budgeting
Data Visualization
Financial Analysis
Power BI
Inventory Analysis
Business Intelligence (BI)
Forecasting
Costing
Variance Analysis