Financial Analyst

Business Unit and Position Summary Crane ChemPharma & Energy is a division within the Process Flow Technologies Business Segment of Crane Co, a US multinational company specializing in highly engineered products in specialty markets. Crane ChemPharma & Energy designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes a range of fluid handling equipment under multiple brand names for a wide range of applications in several industries including chemical, biopharmaceutical, and energy industries. Position Summary This role gives visibility to business performance, strategic decision‑making, and cross‑functional operations across the ChemPharma/Energy group. In this position, you will work closely with the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, and finance leaders across the organization to analyze results, and assist in building the annual operating plan and forecasts. You will utilize Operational Excellence tools to improve processes and turn financial data into insights that help drive business decisions. You will also gain hands‑on experience with HFM (Hyperion Financial Management) reporting and provide support to CPE’s HFM users across the globe. Responsibilities Support the monthly review and analysis of key variances in the Balance Sheet and Income Statements for CPE entities. Assist in the development of senior level presentations on business results, performance analysis, financial models, forecasts and budgets. Assist in the preparation of the annual operating plan, and various forecasts (weekly pulses, monthly outlook, quarterly forecasts). Prepare HFM‑based financial reports and analysis for operations and finance senior management team. Responsible for HFM validation including analysis and year‑end schedules. Assist users throughout the group with HFM related issues. Build and improve templates used across the group for month‑end close, forecasts, plans, and other recurring finance activities. Develop a holistic understanding of Crane’s structure, strategy, and operations through site engagement and cross‑functional activities. Partner with other Finance leaders in the organization to develop and implement process improvements. Work with the team to validate monthly productivity figures and drive additional productivity actions. Learn how key processes operate across facilities, apply Operational Excellence tools to improve efficiency, and help teams understand the financial impact of business decisions. Take on additional projects that broaden your finance, operations, and business leadership experience. Qualifications BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or Economics. Strong analytical and excellent communication (oral and written) skills. Independent thinker with resilience, passion, and high‑energy. Organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced business environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, strong Excel skills, and interest in learning financial systems and reporting tools. Working knowledge of GAAP and current accounting practices, with willingness to deepen technical accounting knowledge on the job. Benefits Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non‑cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement. Performance‑based bonus programs for certain positions. Prioritizes career development for our associates with an annual development plan including coaching and formal training experiences. Equal Opportunity Employer Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr