Finance Analyst

Ohly is the third largest yeast extract producer in the world with sites in Germany and the USA. We develop, produce and deliver high-quality yeast-based flavours and specialty powders. Ohly is part of the $17.6bn turnover Associated British Food (ABF) Group. ABF is a broad portfolio of businesses which includes Primark, Ovaltine, Twinings, AB Enzymes, and is the world’s second largest producer of both sugar and baker’s yeast.

ABF takes a long-term perspective on investment and performance, and stimulates entrepreneurship by giving high degrees of autonomy to operational businesses. This means that decisions are taken as close as possible to their point of impact allowing teams the freedom to act, in order to be successfully flexible and fast. ABF invests a great deal in selecting and developing the right people for Ohly and the broader ABF group of companies.

Ohly has a great opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join our team in Boyceville Wisconsin USA. 

Shape the Taste of Life with Ohly Americas!

Are you a detail-oriented and proactive finance and accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy combining technical accounting expertise with process improvement and data visualization to ensure accurate financial reporting? If so, Ohly Americas has an exciting Finance Analyst opportunity for you in Boyceville, Wisconsin!

The Finance Analyst will be reporting directly to the CFO, the Finance Analyst and play a critical role in supporting the Controller and CFO to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This position focuses on operational accounting, inventory revaluation, fixed asset management, and capital spend tracking while contributing to forecasting and budgeting processes. You will manage key close activities and leverage reporting tools like Power BI to provide actionable insights that improve efficiency and compliance.

In this exciting role you will be responsible for:

Accounting Operations:

• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, inventory revaluation, and fixed assets.
• Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Support month-end close and reporting processes.

Inventory & Fixed Assets:

• Oversee inventory revaluation and ensure accurate valuation adjustments.
• Manage fixed asset capitalization and depreciation schedules.
• Track and report capital expenditures, ensuring compliance with corporate policies.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Prepare supporting schedules for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Create dashboards and reports using Power BI or similar tools to visualize financial performance.
• Assist with variance analysis and provide insights for leadership.

Forecasting & Budgeting:

• Support the Controller in building forecasts and annual budgets.
• Deliver accurate data and insights for planning processes.

Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate policies.
• Support audit requests and documentation.

ERP & Data Integrity:

• Maintain accuracy of financial data in ERP systems.
• Collaborate on system enhancements and reporting improvements.

You should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• More than three years of accounting/finance experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or IFRS and inventory accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems 
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator who can present clear, concise insights to leadership.
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Nice to have:

• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools preferred.
• MS Dynamics 365 a plus.

What this opportunity offers: 

• Growth-Focused Environment: Join a global supplier of flavors and ingredients where innovation and expansion are at the forefront.
• Impactful Role: Contribute to accurate financial reporting and operational insights that directly influence company performance.
• Autonomy and Agility: Take ownership of key accounting processes while collaborating across functions to improve efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with operations and finance leadership to support inventory and capital processes.
• Competitive Compensation and Excellent Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package to reward your contributions.
• Location: Hybrid – 3 days/week onsite.

Life in Boyceville and Dunn County, WI

Located in beautiful Dunn County, near the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area, Boyceville offers a unique blend of rural charm and urban accessibility. Enjoy year-round outdoor activities, excellent schools, and a welcoming community - all within easy reach of major airports and urban amenities.

We look forward to your application including information about your earliest possible start date and salary expectations!