Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Finance Project Specialist  About the Organization You've seen the truck rolling through town and the silhouette logo on bread shelves in grocery stores, but do you know Aunt Millie's? We are a family-owned bread company headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana with locations and distribution throughout the Midwest. Perfection Bakeries began in 1901 and today the family has grown to include several brands, including Aunt Millie's, and over 1200 valued employees. Baking quality bread products is what we do, but when it comes to a career, we know you need more than bread.   Location 6230 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46809   Description MAIN RESPONSIBILITY: The Finance Project Specialist will play a key support role in assessing, planning, and developing finance-related projects in collaboration with the Director of Finance Projects. Working under the direction of the Director, this position assists in the coordination, tracking, and execution of projects across the Finance Department. The Specialist contributes by helping ensure project deliverables, timelines, and ROI targets are met, and supports effective communication and collaboration among team members.                                                                                                        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide support for specific finance projects across all Finance Departments (AR, AP, Payroll, GL, Route/Scan Ops), including areas such as cash flow, financial reporting, and expense/revenue analysis. Assist with financial due diligence efforts and help apply appropriate accounting procedures and principles as guided by senior staff. Work alongside the Director of Finance Projects to assist in developing project budgets and forecasts and contribute to ROI analysis. Help gather and analyze data to identify trends or areas of concern and assist in developing potential solutions that help keep projects on track. Support the Finance Projects team in reinforcing internal controls, project governance, and the communication of expectations and goals to stakeholders. Assist in documenting and supporting business requirements, process maps, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), in collaboration with department leaders. Ensure projects reflect meaningful financial improvements and contribute to the company’s overall performance by helping identify opportunities throughout the project lifecycle. Assist with the tracking of project plans, schedules, key execution steps (KES), milestones, and deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and aid throughout project execution. Provide general project support by identifying efficiency opportunities or cost-saving measures and escalating them to the Director when appropriate. Help support management processes, including assisting with stakeholder training and transition activities. Supports and furthers Finance Department initiatives, Aunt Millie’s Core Values and other Company initiatives as assigned. Participates in development/improvement training per Finance Performance Directives. Adhering to the Company’s Core Values & Culture Statements as well as the Finance Code of Conduct is essential. We value honesty and integrity above all else and expect our team members to be committed to the highest ethical standards. Perform other duties as assigned by management.   WORKING CONDITIONS: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer includes hybrid office schedule. Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet crucial project deadlines (minimum 40-hour workweek for FT position).   Position Requirements EDUCATION: Associate’s degree in business or finance required or equivalent related experience, bachelor’s degree in business or finance preferred.                                             EXPERIENCE: 3 years or more of experience preferred Experience with standard office programs and specialized software, including: Experience with or willing to use/learn Project management software Highly proficient with accounting software (SAP is preferred) Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software Proficient in virtual meeting software (Teams preferred)   SKILLS: Ability to combine strong knowledge of finance and accounting with project support experience and skills Clear communicator and ability to work well across departments Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills Excellent multitask and organizational skills with attention to detail Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles         EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Production in Coldwater, MI Posted on: 11/10/2025 [Apply Now] Retail Clerk in Fort Wayne, IN Posted on: 10/29/2025 [Apply Now]

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