Senior Financial Analyst - Commercial Finance
Apply NowCompany: Just Born
Location: Bethlehem, PA 18017
Description:
Senior Financial Analyst - Commercial Finance
We're excited to invite you to apply for the Senior Financial Analyst, Commercial Finance position at Just Born, Inc. As a family-owned business and the 11th largest candy manufacturer in the U.S.*, we've been spreading joy since 1923 from our Pennsylvania headquarters. (*Circana)
Our iconic brands-MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, GOLDENBERG'S PEANUT CHEWS, and the world-famous PEEPS-delight candy lovers everywhere.
If you're ready to help us fulfill our mission of Bringing Sweetness to People's Lives!, we can't wait to hear from you!
Position Summary:
Just Born is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Sr. Financial Analyst to partner with our Marketing Team in driving profitable revenue growth. You'll analyze advertising and promotional (A&P) expenses, evaluate ROI on marketing programs, and provide financial insights to support new product development and strategic planning. As a trusted advisor to Brand Managers, you'll play a key role in shaping financial decisions and influencing business outcomes.
In this newly created role, you will report to the Sr. Manager, Business Analysis and offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our company's success. If you're flexible, self-driven, and excel at simplifying financial insights for non-financial partners, this is the role for you!
Our hybrid work model is designed to provide the best of both worlds-flexibility and collaboration. Enjoy 3 remote/flex days per week while spending 2 days in our Bethlehem, PA office, fostering teamwork and connection.
To support our associates, we offer reimbursement for one hotel stay per week for employees living 50+ miles from our Bethlehem, PA office, making it easier to balance work and life with less commute time.
Location: Bethlehem, PA
How You'll Impact Results:
Financial Partnering: Collaborate with Brand Managers providing strategic input to optimize business performance and profitability
Promotional Strategy: Partner with Marketing to create annual plan and analyze performance, delivering actionable ROI insight on advertising, trade, and promotional spending
SKU Optimization: Lead the SKU rationalization process to streamline product offerings and maximize efficiency
New Product Development: Provide financial expertise and SKU-level P&Ls as part of the Stage Gate process for new product launches
Strategic Planning: Develop the A&P Annual Operating Plan and latest estimates in collaboration with Marketing, ensuring clarity on key drivers and variances
Month-End Close: Perform account and variance analysis, ensure accurate A&P accruals, prepare journal entries, and support post-close reporting
Audit Support: Prepare schedules and documentation for the Annual Audit
Systems Expertise: Serve as the financial lead for the Advertising and Promotional Management system
Expense Reviews: Lead monthly A&P expense variance reviews with Brand Managers
Special Projects: Tackle ad hoc projects to enhance decision-making and business results
Your Qualifications That Will Ensure Success:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
Experience:
o 3+ years in finance, accounting, or a related business field, preferably supporting or focused on marketing and/or sales
o Consumer Goods (CPG, Food, beverage, or confection industry experience preferred
Skills: Strong analytical abilities, intellectual curiosity, and exceptional communication skills.
Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); knowledge of SAP, Incorta, Bubble, and AMP systems is a plus.
Attributes: Hands-on, results-driven, with a collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
Just Born is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
Our Pledge to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
At Just Born Quality Confections, we pledge to create a workplace where associates feel inspired to bring their whole selves to work.
We are committed to acting boldly with integrity, authenticity, and humility to listen, learn and grow. Part of this commitment includes creating an equitable environment for all associates and advocating for those whose voices are historically and chronically marginalized.
Our purpose is to bring sweetness to people's lives and can only be fully realized by pledging to value all people, all races, all cultures, all religions, all love, all genders and all abilities, because Together We Are Better.
Why it's Sweet to Work at Just Born:
Stable organization with 101+ years of successful & iconic brands
Mission driven family-owned & run organization
Impactful community involvement & engagement with paid time off to volunteer
Compensation packages consisting of competitive base salary & annual Achievement Award program
Generous retirement / 401k program with automatic company contribution & match
Onsite wellness program with variety of holistic care opportunities
Highly inclusive culture built on the Just Born RESPECT philosophy
Hybrid work-model designed to maximize both flexibility & collaboration
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Available immediately for you to enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
Award-Winning flexible benefits options that meet your needs and preferences
o Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
o Health Savings Account (HSA) with automatic company contributions
o Generous company life insurance program
o Employee Assistance Programs
o Tuition Reimbursement Programs
We're excited to invite you to apply for the Senior Financial Analyst, Commercial Finance position at Just Born, Inc. As a family-owned business and the 11th largest candy manufacturer in the U.S.*, we've been spreading joy since 1923 from our Pennsylvania headquarters. (*Circana)
Our iconic brands-MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, GOLDENBERG'S PEANUT CHEWS, and the world-famous PEEPS-delight candy lovers everywhere.
If you're ready to help us fulfill our mission of Bringing Sweetness to People's Lives!, we can't wait to hear from you!
Position Summary:
Just Born is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Sr. Financial Analyst to partner with our Marketing Team in driving profitable revenue growth. You'll analyze advertising and promotional (A&P) expenses, evaluate ROI on marketing programs, and provide financial insights to support new product development and strategic planning. As a trusted advisor to Brand Managers, you'll play a key role in shaping financial decisions and influencing business outcomes.
In this newly created role, you will report to the Sr. Manager, Business Analysis and offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our company's success. If you're flexible, self-driven, and excel at simplifying financial insights for non-financial partners, this is the role for you!
Our hybrid work model is designed to provide the best of both worlds-flexibility and collaboration. Enjoy 3 remote/flex days per week while spending 2 days in our Bethlehem, PA office, fostering teamwork and connection.
To support our associates, we offer reimbursement for one hotel stay per week for employees living 50+ miles from our Bethlehem, PA office, making it easier to balance work and life with less commute time.
Location: Bethlehem, PA
How You'll Impact Results:
Financial Partnering: Collaborate with Brand Managers providing strategic input to optimize business performance and profitability
Promotional Strategy: Partner with Marketing to create annual plan and analyze performance, delivering actionable ROI insight on advertising, trade, and promotional spending
SKU Optimization: Lead the SKU rationalization process to streamline product offerings and maximize efficiency
New Product Development: Provide financial expertise and SKU-level P&Ls as part of the Stage Gate process for new product launches
Strategic Planning: Develop the A&P Annual Operating Plan and latest estimates in collaboration with Marketing, ensuring clarity on key drivers and variances
Month-End Close: Perform account and variance analysis, ensure accurate A&P accruals, prepare journal entries, and support post-close reporting
Audit Support: Prepare schedules and documentation for the Annual Audit
Systems Expertise: Serve as the financial lead for the Advertising and Promotional Management system
Expense Reviews: Lead monthly A&P expense variance reviews with Brand Managers
Special Projects: Tackle ad hoc projects to enhance decision-making and business results
Your Qualifications That Will Ensure Success:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
Experience:
o 3+ years in finance, accounting, or a related business field, preferably supporting or focused on marketing and/or sales
o Consumer Goods (CPG, Food, beverage, or confection industry experience preferred
Skills: Strong analytical abilities, intellectual curiosity, and exceptional communication skills.
Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); knowledge of SAP, Incorta, Bubble, and AMP systems is a plus.
Attributes: Hands-on, results-driven, with a collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
Just Born is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
Our Pledge to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
At Just Born Quality Confections, we pledge to create a workplace where associates feel inspired to bring their whole selves to work.
We are committed to acting boldly with integrity, authenticity, and humility to listen, learn and grow. Part of this commitment includes creating an equitable environment for all associates and advocating for those whose voices are historically and chronically marginalized.
Our purpose is to bring sweetness to people's lives and can only be fully realized by pledging to value all people, all races, all cultures, all religions, all love, all genders and all abilities, because Together We Are Better.
Why it's Sweet to Work at Just Born:
Stable organization with 101+ years of successful & iconic brands
Mission driven family-owned & run organization
Impactful community involvement & engagement with paid time off to volunteer
Compensation packages consisting of competitive base salary & annual Achievement Award program
Generous retirement / 401k program with automatic company contribution & match
Onsite wellness program with variety of holistic care opportunities
Highly inclusive culture built on the Just Born RESPECT philosophy
Hybrid work-model designed to maximize both flexibility & collaboration
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Available immediately for you to enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
Award-Winning flexible benefits options that meet your needs and preferences
o Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
o Health Savings Account (HSA) with automatic company contributions
o Generous company life insurance program
o Employee Assistance Programs
o Tuition Reimbursement Programs