Financial Analyst

About the job

Are you interested in launching new and innovative products to the market? Changing the food and beverage industry? At DreamPak, we aspire to bring liquid food and beverage innovations to the market and make consumers lives more efficient, simple and enjoyable. We have stayed true to the idea that liquid concentrates represent the future of the beverage and dietary supplement world. This singular focus has allowed us to expand from a single product contract manufacturing shop into a technology and innovation driven, vertically integrated company serving a wide range of markets and categories. We're looking for the best and brightest to take our company to the next level.

Due to growth, it has created a need for a Financial Analyst at our manufacturing facility in New Berlin, Wisconsin. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical individual to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role will focus heavily on cost accounting, manufacturing analysis, and gross margin performance in a fast-paced food and beverage manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is highly committed to accuracy, possesses strong analytical skills, and thrives in a cross-functional operational setting.

The Financial Analyst position comes with a competitive base salary, discretionary bonus, full comprehensive benefits program, 401(k) retirement program, paid time off and holiday pay. If you are selected for an interview, other information will be shared throughout the interviewing process

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Close & Margin Analysis

• Support month-end and year-end close processes with in-depth gross margin and variance analysis
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances to identify performance drivers
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations
• Review and maintain documentation for fixed asset additions

Cost Accounting & Inventory

• Maintain and update standard costing structures and BOM integrity
• Analyze production order variances and manufacturing performance
• Support inventory revaluations and annual standard cost roll
• Develop and maintain strong understanding of COGS at the material and SKU level

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Maintain rolling sales and volume forecasts
• Prepare and update operations budget reporting
• Translate production and cost performance into margin forecasts
• Support annual budgeting process

Manufacturing & Operational Analysis

• Investigate loss, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption impacts
• Partner with plant leadership to drive financial accountability
• Monitor KPIs tied to operational performance

Process Improvement

• Enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency
• Improve ERP reporting and financial data flow
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in manufacturing finance
• 1-2 years of experience in cost accounting
• Strong understanding of inventory and standard costing methodologies
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally

PREFERRED SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE 

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central strongly preferred 
• Experience with EDI systems and/or BeanWorks a plus 
• PowerBI skills are a major plus 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 

• Someone who takes ownership of margin performance
• A finance professional who understands manufacturing operations
• A detail-driven analyst who values precision and data integrity
• A proactive problem-solver focused on continuous improvement

WHY JOIN US? 

• Stable and growing food & beverage manufacturing business 
• Fun-loving, collaborative, and supportive team environment 
• Opportunity to grow within the accounting and finance function 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.