Financial Analyst, Level 1

Daikin Comfort Technologies Mfg Inc. is seeking a professional individual for our Financial Analyst position with our Sales Planning organization working remotely. The Financial Analyst is responsible for preparing and analyzing internal and external financial data of considerable complexity requiring independent judgment and initiative. Completes analyses and makes recommendations as appropriate. Completes related accounting functions and monitors financial processes. Monitors performance and makes revisions as needed.Why work with us?Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hiresTraining programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skillsGrowth Opportunities - there is immense opportunities to grow your careerYou will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.—an organization that brings opportunity to over 60,000 employees worldwidePosition Responsibilities may include:Responsible for preparing the Operational Budget for the division in partnership with the Director of Finance and members of the Leadership Team Review supporting presentations from selling business units and department heads ensuring they contain consistent data and aligned corporate strategic message Ensure operational business units contribute accurate, timely and informative content that is meaningful and relevant for senior staff discussions Work with operational leaders within the organization to establish budgets, revise forecasts and explain actual results versus plan for balance sheet and cash flow metrics Prepare revised Quarterly Budgets for the company as the fiscal year progresses from each quarter to the next On a weekly basis, prepare company forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional team members and provide explanations for variances from prior expectations. Prepare the monthly reporting package for review by the Director of Finance and Leadership Team Prepare reports that summarize and forecast the division’s business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present and expected operations Provides input and participates for the annual and long range planning process. Perform budgeting and forecasting. Develop, and maintain, key performance metrics and scoreboards. Significant data extraction, ad-hoc reporting, and project, based analysis. Act as a proactive business partner, advising and making recommendations based upon financial projections and historical performance. Perform additional tasks as required. Nature & Scope:Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments Work is closely supervised Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area Knowledge & Skills:Highly analytical with an insatiable curiosity to get to the root cause of issues, explain information to management, and provide for improvements. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as this role will work closely with various departments, vendors, legal and key executives. Exceptional computer skills including Outlook, PowerPoint, Access and Excel; SQL or similar. Expertise in building and analyzing financial models Strong general ledger accounting experience and monthly closings Proficiency with reviewing account reconciliations and performing account analysis Analytic Skills: Ability to think objectively and interpret meaningful themes from quantitative and qualitative data Financial and Business Acumen: Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results Problem Solving & Decision Quality: Able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions Relationship Management: Able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners Experience:0-2 years’ experience in finance Education/Certification:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Financepreferred or equivalent experience People Management: No Physical Requirements / Work Environment:Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations Reports To: Manager, Finance Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities. Job SummaryRequisition Number: FINAN012797Job Category: FinanceSchedule: Full-Time