Financial Analyst - Manufacturing in West Chester, Pennsylvania at Lavazza North America Inc
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Job Description
ABOUT THE GROUP
From a small store in Turin to a large, internationally recognized group: we are present in 90 countries around the world, with over 5,000 employees and 30 companies, managed directly and indirectly by the Luigi Lavazza Spa parent company, which distribute and market our products and coffee machines. In addition to Lavazza, the following brands are also part of our Group: Carte Noire, Merrild, Kicking Horse, Eraclea and Whittington tea.
Joining Lavazza means doing business with passion, knowing that the impact of our work goes beyond the quality of the production chain. We are a big family and are constantly looking for new talents who share our values and can enrich our team. We combine competitiveness with social and environmental responsibility as we create superior quality products available for consumption both at home and out of home, and distributed through all channels: Retail, Foodservice, Office Coffee Service (OCS), and Vending. Our strong, diversified presence enables us to offer consumers and clients perfectly suited solutions, for any occasion and time of day.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Operations Controls team at Lavazza North America supports the performance, efficiency, and financial health of our West Chester manufacturing site. The team plays a critical role in driving operational excellence across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and broader Operations functions by ensuring accurate financial visibility and reliable reporting. Operating within a global organization known for innovation, sustainability, and world‑class coffee, this team enables strategic and day‑to‑day decision-making through data-driven insights.
The Financial Analyst, Operations serves as a key partner to Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams by leading budgeting cycles, delivering timely forecasts, producing manufacturing financial reports, and performing variance analysis. This role enhances operational performance through improved reporting tools, dashboards, and analytics, ensuring leadership has clear, actionable information. The Analyst contributes to cost-optimization initiatives, strengthens financial rigor across manufacturing activities, and supports strategic priorities across the site.
Location: West Chester, PA
Work Model: Hybrid, in-office 3 days/week and willing and able to accommodate in-office hours between 8am-4pm (with flexibility)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead components of annual budgeting and monthly forecasting cycles for the West Chester manufacturing site.
- Execute month-end close activities, ensuring accurate, complete, and timely financial data submission.
- Conduct variance analysis comparing actuals vs. forecast and budget, identifying key drivers and trends.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to enhance visibility into manufacturing performance.
- Provide financial insights that support operational efficiency initiatives and cost-optimization efforts.
- Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support both strategic projects and daily decision making.
- Prepare cost analyses and other ad hoc financial evaluations to support site-level priorities.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in financial analysis, operations finance, manufacturing finance, supply chain finance, or similar roles within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.
- Proven experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling; experience with dashboards or reporting tools preferred.
- Ability to interpret financial results, identify key trends, and communicate and presenting insights clearly to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience partnering with non-finance teams (e.g., Operations, Supply Chain) to support data-driven decisions.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) or manufacturing cost structures is a plus.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
BENEFITS/PERKS
- Competitive Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits
- 401K Package
- Employee Assistance Program
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Ability to be barista certified
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Performance Development Plans
- Employee Discounts
- Summer Friday’s (Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend)
- Flexible business casual dress code - jean friendly!
- Free coffee, anytime!
Lavazza is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Lavazza prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.