Associate Financial Analyst

Date: Dec 15, 2025

Location:

Salisbury, MD, US, 21804

Req ID: 78460

Job Function: Finance/Accounting

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

We are recruiting for an Associate Financial Analyst. The Associate Financial Analyst will deliver timely and accurate reports and analytics for the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) department. Tasks include: providing detailed financial reconciliations, preparing forecast/budget entries, conducting analytics from disparate sources, producing multiple financial reports and performing ad hoc research requests. The Associate Financial Analyst will report to the FP&A Director and interact with business partners as needed.

This is an onsite role at our Corporate Offices in Salisbury, MD.

The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $83,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Prepare supporting documentation for reporting packages that summarize weekly/monthly/quarter/year-end performance. Learn P&L details/drivers and how to explain key variances.

2. Provide timely and accurate support to the FP&A team for forecast, budget and 5 Year Planning activities. Learn the process for building our budgets and how to report against them.

3. Support the tracking of financial performance for key strategic initiatives and projects, utilizing existing tools and learning to develop new tools.

4. Complete ad hoc report generation and special projects as requested.

5. Develop skills and attributes necessary for future career development.

Experience and Education Required

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated superior college performance (preferably in an analytical field):

0-2 years of experience within a financial planning and analysis group.
Working knowledge of financial and accounting principles.
Display strong analytical aptitude, desire to deal with ambiguity, synthesize complex data and draw business insights.
Ability to identify patterns from disparate sources and deliver comprehensive analyses.
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work on multiple projects.
A detail oriented approach- must pay close attention to details and error check own work. Ability to work independently.
Trustworthy with confidential information.
Reliability (attendance and timeliness) important to ensure execution of deliverables.

PREFERRED:

Customer service mindset and ability to work with internal “clients” around the company.
Ability to cope with pressure and changing priorities with a focus on delivering results.
Strong Microsoft Office skills as well as the ability to learn software applications (i.e. SAP and Hyperion Essbase).

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.