Sr Financial & Planning Analyst

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Data Analysis Financial Planning & Forecasting Manufacturing, Margin & Operational Analysis Management Reporting & Decision Support Systems, Data & Process Improvement Business Partnership & Professional Development Education, Work Experience, and Proficiencies: Required Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Four or more years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, manufacturing finance, corporate finance, cost accounting, accounting, or related financial analysis roles. Strong financial analysis skills and the ability to organize, validate, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data. Strong understanding of financial statements and fundamental accounting concepts. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, financial modeling, and working with large datasets. Experience preparing financial reporting, variance analysis, budgets, forecasts, or related management analyses. Strong analytical curiosity and demonstrated ability to investigate results, identify underlying business drivers, and resolve data or reporting inconsistencies. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate financial information and analytical conclusions. Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. Preferred Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and manufacturing finance concepts. Experience performing gross margin, customer profitability, product profitability, or operational performance analysis. Experience with ERP systems and an understanding of underlying financial and operational data structures. Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, or other business intelligence and data visualization tools. Experience supporting multi-entity organizations. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow forecasting, and financial modeling. Experience supporting ERP, financial reporting, or business intelligence system implementations. CPA, CMA, FPAC, MBA, or other relevant professional certification or advanced degree is a plus but not required.

Core Competencies: Financial Analysis & Reporting Data Gathering, Validation & Management Budgeting & Forecasting Variance & Root-Cause Analysis Manufacturing Finance & Cost Analysis Margin & Profitability Analysis Financial Modeling Data Analytics & Visualization Analytical Curiosity Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement Accuracy & Attention to Detail Ownership & Accountability Communication & Presentation Collaboration & Relationship Building Developing Business Partnership Project & Priority Management Work Environment & Physical Demands: This role is primarily office-based but requires regular interaction with manufacturing operations and production environments. Must be able to walk throughout manufacturing facilities, climb stairs, and stand for extended periods as needed. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer workstation. Must comply with all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements when working in production areas. Occasional travel between company facilities may be required.

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