Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst The Senior Financial will help guide the operational and strategic direction of the company including budget, forecast, and KPI development. In addition, the analyst will be involved in supporting the partnership between plant leaders. Work environment: Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment Key Responsibilities Support the annual financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and month-end financial close activities. Prepare regular financial reports, management dashboards, and variance analyses to evaluate business performance, identify trends, and highlight risks and opportunities. Collaborate with operational and functional leaders to provide financial guidance, performance metrics, and analytical support for strategic business decisions. Build and maintain financial models, forecasting tools, and KPI dashboards that enhance visibility into financial and operational performance. Evaluate manufacturing and operational results by analyzing cost drivers, margins, productivity, and other key financial indicators. Perform ad hoc financial analysis to support capital expenditures, business initiatives, investment decisions, and executive-level requests. Partner with Finance and IT teams to improve reporting capabilities, strengthen data integrity, and support business intelligence initiatives. Assist in implementing and enhancing ERP systems, FP&A applications, and financial reporting processes while identifying opportunities to automate and optimize workflows. Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance financial planning, reporting accuracy, operational insights, and decision-making capabilities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. 5–7 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, or a comparable financial analysis role. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, including knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, cost variances, and operational finance. Strong financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills with the ability to transform complex data into actionable business recommendations. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience developing management reports, KPI dashboards, and executive-level financial presentations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across finance, operations, and business functions. Experience working with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, business intelligence platforms, or FP&A software is highly desirable. Highly organized, self-motivated, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.