Job Description
Financial Analyst, Agronomy Operations Bonduelle Group Americas Salinas, CA Job Details $70,000•$80,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Improving financial compliance protocols Financial forecasting Data quality checks Accounting systems Supplier performance analysis Cost accounting analysis Performance dashboards Operational analysis Sourcing Internal controls Economics Procurement spend analysis Data visualization software proficiency Data Integration (Data management) Financial model construction Automation Pricing analysis Bachelor's degree in finance Procurement financial analysis ERP systems Bachelor's degree in economics Mid-level Finance Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Supply chain performance monitoring Financial workflow efficiency improvements Data quality monitoring Compliance documentation Full Job Description
SALINAS HYBRID YEARLY SALARY
$70,000•$80,000 Department:
Finance Reports to: Finance Manager AgOps Location:
Salinas, CA Salary:
$70,000•80,000 Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas! Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US. Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health. Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet's resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world. Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Analyst to support Agro Operations through accurate financial reporting, spend analytics, budgeting, and forecasting. This role plays an integral part in monitoring sourcing performance, understanding cost drivers, and providing insights that guide procurement and agro strategies. The ideal candidate is data-driven, organized, and eager to grow their FP&A capabilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare monthly reporting packages, including spend tracking, KPI updates, and variance analysis. Maintain mid-month forecasts, Latest Estimates, and Year-to-Go outlooks. Consolidate and validate data from ERP and procurement systems to ensure reporting accuracy. Analyze cost drivers, spending trends, and category-level performance for direct and indirect materials. Budgeting & Forecasting Support the annual budgeting and planning cycles for Procurement and Agro Operations. Prepare templates, schedules, and supporting documentation for budget submissions. Track forecast updates and provide timely budget vs. actual variance explanations. Consolidate financial inputs from category managers and sourcing teams. Agro Operations Support Assist with financial modeling for sourcing initiatives, commodity pricing, and supplier negotiations. Track cost savings initiatives and maintain procurement performance dashboards. Provide ad-hoc analytics to support category strategy, supplier evaluation, and operational decisions. Maintain financial documentation for sourcing projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Financial Processes & Controls Monitor Procure-to-Pay (P2P) compliance, spending patterns, and purchasing accuracy. Identify data inconsistencies and help improve internal controls and reporting processes. Maintain documentation for financial policies, procedures, and audit readiness. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Agro Operations, Plant Finance, and Sourcing leadership to gather data and prepare insights. Support materials and presentations for monthly financial reviews and procurement meetings. Contribute to ongoing enhancements in financial tools, reporting automation, and data visualization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. 2-4 years of experience in FP&A, accounting, procurement analytics, or business analysis. Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data modeling). Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a plus. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. What Success Looks Like Financial reporting is accurate, timely, and insightful. Budgeting and forecasting processes run smoothly with clear, well-supported inputs. Agro Operations leaders rely on your analysis for decisions. You consistently deliver high-quality work while managing recurring reporting cycles. You help identify opportunities to improve visibility, accuracy, or efficiency in financial processes.
