Financial Analyst, North America Agriculture and Commodity Finance

Financial Analyst, North America Agriculture and Commodity Finance Ingredion Incorporated (Corporate)

• 3.6 Westchester, IL Job Details Full-time $84,400.00
• $112,533.

33 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Financial forecasting Presentation software Balance sheet Financial statement analysis Budget forecasting Bachelor's degree Accounting and finance experience Financial statement interpretation Presentation creation Financial forecasting analysis Organizational budget management Excel data analysis

Full Job Description About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location:

Westchester, IL Workplace type: Hybrid As the Financial Analyst, North America Agriculture & Commodity Finance you will be responsible for supporting the preparation of financial forecasts, performing financial analysis, and providing sufficient periodic financial information and solutions to support the Agriculture and Commodity group as well business segments in US/CAN (F&II, T&HS, Protein Fortification) and globally for decision-making processes related to segment strategy and business objectives. Role will report to Manager, US/Canada Agriculture and Commodity Finance.

What you will do:

Deliver topline and cost inputs for forecasts aligned to current marketplace indices and the terms of existing contracts; provide guidance / counsel on impacts of market volatility and current commodity status as part of the financial planning/forecasting process Drive improvements in forecast accuracy and finance-related net corn management processes; collaborate with global Agriculture and Commodity teams to develop more rigorous financial planning/forecasting acumen on raw material inputs and co-products pricing Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual segment forecasting and budgeting reports for management review related to raw materials and overall net corn impact working closely with Segment FP&A teams Collaborate with US/CAN Agriculture and Commodity team, the US/CAN Commodity Committee, as well as commercial and Operations Finance team members in multiple business segments to align on strategic decisions with regards to commodity purchases, markets/environment, impact on regional cost structure and related customer pricing decisions Establish linkage to F&II, T&HS and Protein fee customer pricing impacts of net corn changes; provide ownership and execution of raw material impacts and hedging impacts to financial forecasting Support improving global consistency for financial analysis techniques and financial reports for Raw Material Expense, Provide necessary financial data to support and facilitate the day-to-day operations and long-term decision making across multiple business segments with opportunities to standardize globally Navigate SAP and BW systems to extract detailed insights to business results and summarize for enhanced managerial reporting across multiple stakeholders and business segments Special Projects

• Work on special projects focused on accounting, financial analysis, financial forecasting, or financial reporting as required with specific focus on raw material impact on product/segment profitability Ability to deal effectively with dynamic change and support the business teams to deliver results timely and accurately.

Identifies areas that can be improved and constructively proposes new solutions that increase value and improve business performance Build and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers that will help facilitate effective decision making. Develop credibility and build partnerships with key contacts within the business segment teams and with both Corporate and Segment Finance teams Identifies areas that can be improved and constructively proposes new solutions that increase value and improve business performance Support evaluations and prepare recommendations to reduce raw material cost and maximize co-product valorization across network and other regions. Harmonize data, KPIs and processes to benchmark costs across regions Support the development of new and streamlined existing processes/systems as required to ensure more efficient delivery of value-add information to stakeholders. Keep appraised of business developments to assess financial impacts, make value-added recommendations, and prepare ad hoc analyses for executive team.

What you will bring:

Have a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA or MBA a plus Have 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, accounting, or auditing, preferably at a public company Be able to analyze financial results and assess financial/strategic impacts of business decisions. Have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Have strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills. In this role, you must be able to convey information to all levels of the organization in a clear, focused, and concise manner Have strong computer skills with knowledge in the use of Excel and PowerPoint Have a demonstrated ability to plan & coordinate multiple projects simultaneously Have a working knowledge of cash flow, balance sheet and income statement analysis, and budgeting process Have experience working with

SAP, SAP BW, SAP

BPS/BI-IP and SAC strongly preferred Who you are: Be a dedicated team player with innovative mind-set to develop and implement internal process improvements Have the demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Embrace changes and are open to new ideas and approaches Why Join Ingredion? Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: Total Rewards Package

• Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support
• Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being F lexible Work Arrangements
• We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally Career Growth
• Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement Employee Recognition Program
• A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally Employee Discount Program
• Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel #LI-BS1 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs. Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No Pay Range:

$84,400.00

• 112,533.

33 Annual This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.