Senior Analyst, Financial

divh2Senior Financial Analyst/h2pHere at ZEISS, we certainly can say weve been in business for over 179 years. As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!/ppWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance team. This role is critical in driving the financial performance of the organization by focusing on Sales, Margin, and Commercial Analysis. The analyst will provide in-depth insights into sales trends, margin performance, and commercial strategies, supporting strategic decision-making in our eye care accessories business and retail operations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial analysis, exceptional analytical skills, and proficiency in Power BI or similar data visualization tools. By evaluating key financial metrics and KPIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Senior Financial Analyst will optimize revenue generation, enhance profitability, and support the overall commercial objectives of the business. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to stakeholders at all levels./ppSound Interesting? Heres what youll do:/pulliSales and Margin Analysis: ulliConduct detailed analysis of sales data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement./liliEvaluate gross margins, profit margins, and other related metrics to assess the profitability of products and services./liliDevelop and maintain financial models to forecast sales and margin performance./li/ul/liliPerformance Management: ulliAnalyze business performance based on channel PLs./liliBuild and discuss What-if scenarios for different business decisions./liliAssess the financial impact of business decisions, including new product launches, market expansions, and promotional activities./liliCollaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop and refine commercial strategies./li/ul/liliFinancial Reporting: ulliPrepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management./liliProvide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to support strategic decision-making./liliEnsure accuracy and integrity of financial data reported./li/ul/liliKPI Monitoring: ulliIdentify, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) that reflect the financial health of the organization./liliDevelop dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs such as revenue growth, cost efficiency, and return on investment (ROI)./liliCollaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and refine KPIs./li/ul/liliBudgeting and Forecasting: ulliAssist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts./liliAnalyze budget variances and provide explanations for deviations./liliSupport the development of long-term financial plans./li/ul/liliProcess Improvement: ulliIdentify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency./liliImplement best practices in financial analysis and reporting./liliParticipate in system upgrades and enhancements related to financial reporting tools./li/ul/liliInternational Operations: ulliSupport financial analysis for our global operations, ensuring alignment with local market dynamics and regulatory requirements./li/ul/liliCollaborate with international teams to standardize reporting processes and financial metrics./li/ulpDo you qualify?/pulliBachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CFA, CPA) is a plus./liliMinimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis, with a focus on sales and margin analysis in a retail or consumer goods environment./liliProven expertise in Power BI or similar data visualization tools; experience with advanced Excel functions is essential./liliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic recommendations./liliExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders./liliExperience working in an international organization, with a strong understanding of global market dynamics and financial regulations./liliAbility to work independently and as part of a team./liliStrong attention to detail and organizational skills./liliAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment./liliStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically./li/ulpWe have world class benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS:/pulliMedical/liliVision/liliDental/lili401k Matching/liliEmployee Assistance Programs/liliVacation and sick pay from your first day/li/ulpZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer/ppYour ZEISS Recruiting Team:/ppChristina Choing/p/div