Cost Analyst

The is a remote based position.

FreshRealm is currently in a high-growth state, and our culture of ACTIONS drives our team members forward to maximize their potential. We are a team of hardworking, passionate leaders who persevere through challenges, collaborate with one another to problem solve and achieve desired outcomes, and work to bring out the best in our employees as we service our customers. At FreshRealm, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to apply and make employment decisions based on merit.   

FreshRealm is looking for a Cost Accountant that will work cross-functionally with Operations and will partner strategically with our Executive Leadership Team to provide insight and perspective on results, risks, and opportunities. Additionally, as part of our FP&A team, be an integral participant in designing and implementing leading-edge fact-based decision-making and standard cost model.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate product cost and expected margin
• Analyze manufacturing variances and perform root cause analysis
• Work proactively with Operations, and Supply Chain functions on root cause analysis and solution development
• Perform reconciliations of key cost/variance accounts
• Monitor compliance with recording transactions
• Research transactional errors, determine root-cause, and implement solutions
• Validate, analyze, and research standard costs
• Perform margin analysis on new and existing product lines
• Perform ad-hoc analysis on various policy proposals
• Manage physical inventories process with Operations personnel and monitor cycle counts
• Design standard cost system within an ERP environment
• Work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and sales to ensure data integrity
• Demonstrated ability to use business knowledge to influence actions and constructively challenge the status quo at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to develop partnerships and effectively influence change across a broad stakeholder network
• Demonstrated change agility and ability to deal with ambiguity for self and others
• Demonstrated ability to leverage financial and business systems to monitor business activities and aid in decision making

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• BA/BS required with a major in Finance or Accounting preferred. MBA is strongly preferred.
• Must possess 4 years of work experience in progressive finance roles. Experience in manufacturing or food environment with solid Project Management background preferred
• Self-motivated and able to work in a deadline-oriented environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong SAP implementation and analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Excel and other analytic tools.
• 15 % travel required

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.
• Unlimited paid time off

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time

CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.

TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings

INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks

OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity

NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support

SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers