The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a forward-thinking Finance Optimization Business Partner to drive strategic financial transformation through the integration of advanced technologies and proven process improvement methodologies. This role is ideal for a finance professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for leveraging LEAN Six Sigma, machine learning (ML), robotic process automation (RPA), and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize financial operations, enhance decision-making, and deliver measurable business value.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Data Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in finance, with at least 2 years in a transformation or technology-focused role.
• Advanced proficiency in automation, financial, and data lake systems (e.g., SAP, Power BI, Power Automate, SAP Analytics Cloud, Azure).
• Strong understanding of the financial aspects of the FP&A, P2P, O2C, and R2R processes and how they can be optimized through automation and process design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a portfolio of projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and model deployment in a business context.
• Certification in RPA or data analytics tools is a plus.
• LEAN Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) strongly preferred.

Strategic Partnership

• Act as a partner to finance, business, and IT leaders, identifying opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial strategies with broader organizational goals.
• Champion a culture of curiosity to innovate and continuously improve our ways of working within the finance function.

Technology-Driven Optimization

• Lead the design and implementation of ML, RPA, and AI solutions to automate routine finance tasks (e.g., reconciliations, forecasting, reporting).
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies that can enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Integrate LEAN Six Sigma tools (e.g., DMAIC, SIPOC, root cause analysis) into technology-enabled transformation initiatives.

Data Analytics & Insights

• Translate complex data into actionable insights for executive stakeholders.
• Use data-driven insights to identify and prioritize high-impact process improvement opportunities.

Project Management

• Manage end-to-end finance transformation projects, from ideation through implementation and post-deployment optimization.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, data governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Apply Agile project management techniques to streamline execution and maximize stakeholder value.
• Facilitate workshops to engage teams in identifying and solving process inefficiencies.