McCain Foods · 1 day ago
Senior Financial Analyst, Planning & Trade
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $109K/yr
1+ years expMcCain Foods is a global family-owned company committed to creating exceptional work experiences. The Senior Financial Analyst, Planning and Trade, supports key functions within Commercial Finance by delivering well-structured analysis of volume trends and financial performance, aiding in accrual management and standardizing reporting procedures to enhance financial planning.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingFood TrucksSnack Food
Responsibilities
Partner with the commercial team to deliver actionable financial analysis, guidance, and modeling that supports volume growth and margin management
Gather data and interpret market trends, customer behavior, and competitive activity to support informed commercial decisions
Analyze sales volume drivers—such as promotional effectiveness, channel performance, and seasonal patterns—to help refine strategic execution
Support initiatives to standardize and improve commercial finance processes, including forecasting, reporting, budgeting, and accrual management
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual internal reporting; participate in key reporting cycles such as QBR (Quarterly Business Review), QFR (Quarterly Financial Review), and month-end and mid-month meetings
Track and support SG&A spend management helping monitor budgets, analyze spending trends, and ensure cost centers are managed in line with approved financial plans
Contribute to the trade accruals process—including the estimation and recording of allowances for trade promotions, discounts, and rebates—in close collaboration with the sales and deductions teams
Participate in monthly trade accrual account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records; identify discrepancies and collaborate with accounting to resolve them in a timely manner
Help develop and maintain risk control frameworks to identify, track, and report on potential volume and trade risks, and escalate issues as appropriate to senior leaders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
1–3+ years of relevant finance or commercial analysis experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Results-oriented, with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient with SAP or similar ERP, advanced skills in Excel, and familiarity with Power BI
Demonstrated business acumen and attention to detail
Preferred
Professional certification (CPA, MBA) is a plus but not required
Benefits
Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
Retirement savings benefits
Leave support including medical, family and bereavement
Vacation and holidays
Company-supported volunteering time
Mental health resources
Company
McCain Foods
McCain Foods is a family-owned business and manufacturer of frozen potato products and a global leader in prepared appetizers and snacks
10001+ employees
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