Financial Analyst

We seek a Financial Analyst to join our team and contribute to our continued growth. Come grow with us! The Financial Analyst reports directly to and assists the Controller/US Accounting Manager. The Financial Analyst is responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial data and recommending changes to improve systems and financial performance; supporting the preparation of consolidated annual and quarterly financial statements; assisting with the preparation and posting of monthly journal entries; assisting in preparing specific internal management reports; and supporting business analysis. Key Responsibilities include: FINANCIAL REPORTING Collaborate with the Controller/US Accounting Manager in preparing the internal consolidated financial results, including a detailed review ensuring completeness and accuracy per the established reporting deadlines. Develop an understanding of the strategic business and utilize information to support other functions or information requests. Lead monthly department expense review meetings with Managers to ensure accuracy and appropriate management by departments. Prepare and enter monthly journal entries. Prepare and review monthly commissions. Prepare, review, and analyze ad hoc information requirements as they are requested. Update weekly surcharges in connection with Ops review and charge customers monthly. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities through various initiatives. Plan and implement other department-specific projects as required. BUDGET AND FORECAST Complete monthly budget analysis against actual and forecasted values. Ensure monthly reporting incorporates the appropriate/consistent budget and forecast values. Respond to questions about budget details as required. SUPPORT AND PROJECTS Provide auditors with support and analysis. Provide backup support to all functions within the Finance Department. Support annual standard cost roll. Support and review of inventory reporting and analysis. Investigate shipping and inventory issues as they arise. Ensure a culture of continuous improvement in the policies, systems, processes, and methods of the supported functions. Develop an understanding of the Business Intelligence Cube and utilize information to support other functions or information requests. Work closely with the Controller/US Accounting Manager, IT ERP project manager(s), and IT teams to develop enhancements to the ERP system and troubleshoot problems. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities through Transform initiatives. Plan and implement other department-specific projects as required. Do you qualify? We are seeking: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field. Master’s Degree or CPA designation preferred. 5+ years of experience working in Finance/Accounting. Strong working knowledge of both IFRS and U.S. GAAP. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical and business information and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. #J-18808-Ljbffr