Analyst, Finance

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? 

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. 

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! 

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Trade Claims Analyst to join our finance team at our Newark, CA location. As a Trade Claims Analyst, you will ensure accurate and timely calculation, validation, and processing of rebate and deviated billing payments tied to customer contracts. You will also analyze rebate data, support compliance, and partner closely with Finance and Sales teams to strengthen accuracy, insight, and operational efficiency. This role requires you to be onsite in Newark, CA four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration with the team and daily exposure to the pulse of the business.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Calculate, validate, and process rebate and deviated billing claims with accuracy and timeliness
• Analyze customer‑provided velocity data to support claim validation and reporting
• Perform reconciliations and help resolve complex data or compliance discrepancies
• Partner with Sales and Customer teams to interpret contract terms for accurate rebate execution
• Support rebate reporting and analytics to inform financial and business decisions
• Collaborate with Accounts Receivable to support DSO goals and resolve open customer issues
• Develop ownership of core trade claims processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field — or 1–5 years of relevant experience
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas, data imports)
• Understanding of general accounting concepts and financial data
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to analyze sales contracts and interpret financial information

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience using SAP, Blacksmith Applications, or Tibersoft
• Prior experience in trade claims, rebates, or similar financial operations
• Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.