Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Finance AnalystThe Senior Finance Analyst is responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support business operations and decision-making processes. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work cross-functionally across multiple departments and levels of the organization. The Senior Finance Analyst will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, audit coordination, financial reporting, and continuous process improvements.Essential Job Functions:Financial Reporting & Analysis:Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.Conduct month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.Provide financial insights by comparing actual results to budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, including written commentary for leadership.Lead or assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and support internal and external audit procedures.May support manufacturing operations through cost activities, including analysis of material, labor, and overhead.Budgeting & Forecasting:Support the development and analysis of annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and project cost estimates.Track and monitor corporate expenses, identify variances, and work with business units to optimize financial performance.Assist with improvements to financial planning and forecasting models, enhancing efficiency and supporting business initiatives.Reporting:Build and maintain financial models to generate accurate and timely reports, providing visibility into the financial performance of business units and key projects.Prepare consolidated financial reports and dashboards that reflect divisional and overall business performance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.Present financial results to leadership teams and stakeholders, communicating key insights and areas for improvement.Coordinate and provide information for internal and external audits, ensuring financial integrity and transparency.Ensure compliance with all internal reporting deadlines and corporate requirements.Manage and improve monthly reporting packages, highlighting important trends, risks, and opportunities for executive review.Provide financial analysis to support pricing, quoting, and margin decisions, including customer, product, and project profitability analysis.Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration:Provide financial leadership and guidance to various operational and functional business units to support day to day and strategic decision making. Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and business cases.Coach and mentor junior staff, contributing to their development and growth within the organization.Process Improvement:Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement new procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.Lead initiatives to improve financial models, reporting systems, and internal controls.Potential Areas of Specialization:Business Case SupportOperations Finance (Manufacturing Variances, Freight, Purchase Variances)Accounting and Audit SupportTax Compliance WorkCommercial Finance (Pricing, Margin Analysis)Candidate Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA, CPA, or CMA certification preferred.Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting, financial analysis, or project management experience.Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience in ERP systems such as Oracle or similar platforms.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and drive financial decisions.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.Experience in a manufacturing or operations environment preferred.Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)