Senior Financial Analyst | PrimientAbout PrimientPrimient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.Senior Financial AnalystSchaumburg, ILReady for aFinance career with more impact Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success.ABOUT PRIMIENTEstablished yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we’re also a brand-new companythat is ready to drive change and create impact.Inspired by a meaningful purpose: we use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world’s best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products – that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing.Poised for a new era of success: we’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague.THE OPPORTUNITYThe contribution of our Finance teams is vital to the performance, profitability, and continued growth of the Primient business. Across Finance, we are exploring new and better ways to harness data, improve decision-making and add value – while optimizing the investment we are making in our plants and people.The Senior Financial Analyst (SFA) is a highly visible role that will be responsible for supporting the Global Process Engineering team day-to-day capital spending and cash flow activities as well as providing analysis to support overall operations finance. These finance activities include capital spending and manufacturing site reporting, operational and direct cost analysis, monthly capital spending and cashflow forecasting, annual budgeting, and miscellaneous project work. A successful candidate will be comfortable and seasoned in collaboration, as you will partner with senior leadership, operations management, supply chain and other cross-functional team members to deliver decision-making support for key deliverables and business initiatives. This position will report to the VP Operations Finance and be based in Schaumburg; Primient employees are currently working a hybrid schedule.This is an exciting opportunity to come into a private equity-backed, market leading industrial manufacturer with a history of success and a strong reputation in the market. It has a long track record of success, a reputation for superior capabilities, and a diversified and marquee customer base for whom it creates mission critical products.Key responsibilities: Senior Financial AnalystSupport and help preparing capital strategic business plans (5 year plan)Ensure the integrity and accuracy of capital reporting. Work closely with controlling team to ensure elements capitalized match US GAAP definitionSupport development of annual capital budgets, and monthly capex forecasts including analysis and variance explanationsSupports preparation of presentations for senior management team and assist VP Operations Finance with presentations to the Capital Engineering Team, COO and CFOPrepare the 3 months rolling forecastSupport 13 week capital cash flow forecast for the Treasury teamPrepare financial capex analyses for major projects, ensuring alignment with business strategies, priorities, and financial requirementsReview financial analysis prepared by the plant for the small projects, especially ensuring capturing benefits and continuous improvement from capexProvides financial consulting on key strategic initiatives and priorities to help the organization stay focused on achieving their strategic goals and capex budget – help reassessing financial implication/priorities when new projects not in AOP are neededSupport any special project work throughout the Operations teamAd hoc analysis & other business requests - provide ad hoc reports and analysis as needed to support overall businessQuickly develop a detailed understanding of the business, including products/services and operations sitesABOUT YOUBA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred5 to 10 years of experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, reporting or FP&APrior experience with financial reporting systems and visualization tools, such as SAP, Planful, Onestream and Power BIExcellent analytical skills and the ability to translate analytical findings into actionable solutions and processesBroad overall business acumen with proficient ability to talk with executives in business termsAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines. Ability to work without direct supervision, and efficiently manage tasks and timeHands on, deadline & detail orientedTeam Player, Ownership, Drive for Results and Customer FocusOccasional travel, typically less than 10%Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook required; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills includes analytical modeling, robust chart prep and data mining for large data setsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, and superlative listening skillsKeen attention to detail in planning, organization, and execution of tasks, while still maintaining focus on overall company objectives (“the big picture”)Demonstration of innovation and initiative – always looking at improving our processes and displaying a willingness to dive into the details and help wherever necessaryAgile, resilient and hands on – can handle volume and paceADDITIONAL INFORMATIONRewards & benefits Competitive salary / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insuranceCareer developmentOur structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm.Preferred location is Schaumburg, ILDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operateand to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 and is bonus eligible.Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities.During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our futureCareer Path & CulturePrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.