Lunds Byerly's Eden Prairie , MN 55344
Posted 3 weeks ago
Our Commitment to You: Lunds & Byerlys is committed to taking care of the employees who take care of our customers. We are committed to creating work environments centered around the values of hospitality, teamwork, and opportunity. Lunds & Byerlys is committed to providing equal opportunities to all interested and qualified candidates.
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Hometown team with a beloved brand and solid reputation.
NOTE: The following is a profile or persona of who we are looking for. If you have many of the characteristics below, please apply so we can start a conversation.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for overseeing the cost accounting and general ledger systems for our Food Production facilities, establishing production standards, setting pricing for facility customers (both internal and external), interpreting and communicating financial results, performing financial analysis and modeling, and assisting with the preparation of the financial plan and forecasts for the facilities. The role will also assist in production facility software projects, perform continuous improvement work for the facilities team, and is responsible for facility month-end close functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished. There are many necessary activities to satisfy any of the following performance guidelines.
Oversee facility cost accounting and general ledger systems; including setup, maintenance and issue resolution
Assist in the development of facility planning and reforecasting processes, including working with budget owners, data collection and generating reports
Analyze, interpret and communicate sales and expense variances to facility management
Verify that the detailed source documents balance to both the facilities and corporate general ledger in an accurate and timely manner to ensure data integrity and proper internal controls are followed
Efficiently gather data from available sources and formulate meaningful reports, analyses and recommendations
Drive to improve procedures in processing functions of facility finance, developing and implementing more efficient processes
Perform financial analysis, reporting and advanced modeling through clear, concise and professional reports
Determine and post monthly facility accruals to ensure information is accurately reflected in our financial results
Maintain facility inventory tracking systems
Maintain current knowledge of facility software applications to ensure effective utilization of existing systems and research capabilities of other potential solutions
Plan, lead and organize projects within the facilities including software selection as needed
Research and respond to internal and external questions providing appropriate resolution in a timely, accurate and professional manner
OTHER JOB DUTIES (Not considered essential to the job)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in accounting (emphasis on cost accounting) or equivalent experience
Desired: CPA or CMA
Licensing: None required
Experience
Five or more years of relevant experience in cost accounting
Experience in food or drug manufacturing is preferred
LFHI Competencies expected of all employees include: action oriented, customer focus, functional/technical skills, informing, and integrity and trust.
Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A service-oriented individual with a high energy, positive and friendly demeanor
Strong customer service, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills
Extensive experience in building complex financial models
Ability to present quantitative information in a manner that facilitates rapid understanding of the key issues to audiences with varying degrees of financial acumen
Must possess an inquisitive mindset
Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
Excellent attention to detail and effective organizational skills
A motivated self-starter with the ability to balance working independently and being a collaborative team member
Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
Strong understanding of data structure and reporting tools
Proficiency with cost accounting and general ledger systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/EQUIPMENT USED, IF APPLICABLE
Equipment Used
Lunds Byerly's