Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst Department: Accounting 500002 Employment Type: Full Time Location: Sterling Heights Reporting To: James Deneweth Job Description The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting FP&A and Operations through financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, business analytics, and strategic decision support. This position is responsible for transforming financial and operational data into actionable insights that drive business performance across multiple lines of business. Responsibilities Analyze and report on business unit financials, including preparation of flash reports, identifying key variances, and delivering actionable insights. Prepare financial reporting and analysis to support client meetings and presentations as needed. Proactively identify problem areas within financial operations and provide data-driven recommendations for process improvement. Collaborate with IT to develop and maintain dashboards and financial tools that provide real-time insights, enabling the operations team to perform efficiently and effectively. Investigate and resolve financial variances as they arise. Develop and manage proformas for new business opportunities and analyze performance by comparing actual results to projected plans. Assist in budget process, forecasting, and accruals for our clients. Develop and maintain KPI scorecards and performance dashboards for operational leadership. Lead reporting automation initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making speed. Support strategic initiatives through scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and financial impact assessments. Monitor key business drivers and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and emerging trends. Create executive-level presentations and summarize complex analyses into concise business recommendations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field. 3-5+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, business analytics, or a related analytical role. Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables, Power Pivot, complex formulas, financial modeling, and data analysis. Strong experience with Power BI, Power Query, and dashboard development. Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations. Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and key performance indicators. Experience developing financial models, business cases, pro forma statements, and ROI analyses. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial audiences. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to data accuracy. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools preferred. Benefits We offer a range of benefits for eligible team members, including: Health Coverage – Medical, Dental and Vision Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness 401(k) Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Wellness Programs Additional Perks To see a summary of current benefits, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Continental