Grain Processing Corporation
Senior Financial Analyst (Muscatine)
Grain Processing Corporation, Muscatine, Iowa, United States, 52761
Looking to join a 6-time U.S. Best Managed Company? Grain Processing Corporation (GPC), a KENT WORLDWIDE 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 on-site in Muscatine, Iowa Offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to join a high-performing team
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
Qualifications Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; MBA preferred 5+ years of experience in a financial analysis or similar role is required; manufacturing setting experience is preferred 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
This position is designed and intended to be performed on-site in Muscatine, Iowa Offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to join a high-performing team
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
Qualifications Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; MBA preferred 5+ years of experience in a financial analysis or similar role is required; manufacturing setting experience is preferred 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