Financial Analyst

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Treasury Manager

Salary Range: $56,466 - $84,700 annually, with bonus opportunity

As a Financial Analyst in Accounting, you will perform various functions to meet internal and external customer expectations, which could include timely and accurate closing of the accounting periods, financial and managerial reporting, budget preparation, supplier and customer net margin review and reporting, inventory control accounting, and other projects

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Works with Business Development to enhance the accuracy of supplier margins reported in detail and in total in the income statement.( internal and external customer, analysis as needed)
• Assists in preparing annual budgets.
• Collaborates with Sales and Business Development leadership to produce and enhance the accuracy and usability of all supplier and customer profitability reporting
• Works with Accounting Managers to establish goals and procedures that promote accuracy and consistency of financial results.
• Supports the Finance and Treasury teams as needed.
• Work with managers throughout Dot to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Represents the accounting team on new company initiatives.
• Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs such as Excel and Access.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet established deadlines/goal dates.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Previous experience in accounting or finance.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Database knowledge, query skills and SQL
• experience preferred.
• Financial modeling skills.

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Travel - Occasional overnight travel. Ability to independently travel as needed, without restriction, by all modes of transportation, including car, plane or train for industry meetings or conferences.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We streamline the supply chain and build valuable partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.