Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst Job ID: 25876 Pay Rate: $34.62 – $38.46 per hour Location: Onsite in Bristol, TN Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours Per Week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Our client is a U.S.-based pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of high-quality generic medications. With a commitment to operational excellence, product quality, and strengthening the nation's domestic pharmaceutical supply chain, this organization plays an important role in making essential medications available to healthcare providers and patients nationwide. As the Financial Analyst , you will play a key role in supporting financial operations, analyzing business performance, and providing actionable insights that help guide strategic decisions. Working closely with Executive Leadership, Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and other cross-functional teams, you will translate complex financial and operational data into meaningful reporting, forecasts, and recommendations that support continued business growth. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of complex financial projects. If you enjoy uncovering insights through data, building financial models, improving processes, and collaborating with business leaders to drive results, this could be an exciting opportunity to advance your career in the pharmaceutical industry! Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare detailed financial analyses, forecasts, and pro forma reports to support operational planning, strategic initiatives, and business decisions. Develop, maintain, and enhance advanced financial models to evaluate pricing strategies, profitability, revenue performance, and business opportunities. Create and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), financial dashboards, and monthly reporting packages to evaluate business and operational performance. Conduct variance and root-cause analyses to identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders. Prepare executive-level financial reports, presentations, and Board‑ready materials that translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights. Present financial findings, trends, and recommendations during executive reviews, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and cross‑functional meetings. Support revenue cycle management activities, including invoicing, chargebacks, rebates, returns, accounts receivable, and collections. Validate daily customer order pricing in collaboration with Customer Service and promptly investigate and resolve pricing discrepancies. Perform chargeback reconciliations and review financial discrepancies identified by Customer Service, Finance, and third‑party logistics (3PL) providers. Monitor accounts receivable activity, support accurate invoicing and collections, and identify opportunities to improve cash flow. Analyze pharmaceutical market trends, competitive dynamics, pricing structures, and commercial performance using vendor and market data. Evaluate production forecasts, sales quotas, inventory demands, and supply chain data to support financial forecasting and business planning. Monitor pharmaceutical pricing trends, cost structures, and program performance to identify risks, opportunities, and potential financial impacts. Partner with Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Regulatory Affairs, and executive leadership to provide financial guidance and support strategic initiatives. Develop and improve financial reporting processes, analytical tools, and workflows to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and decision‑making. Maintain accurate financial records, reporting documentation, and supporting analyses in accordance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Collaborate with external distributors, vendors, and business partners to validate financial information and resolve reporting or reconciliation issues. Identify opportunities to leverage business intelligence tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve financial analytics and reporting capabilities. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field required. Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, business analytics, corporate finance, or a related field. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and financial modeling. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required , including complex financial models, data cleansing and scrubbing, macros, and analysis of large datasets. Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, detailed account reconciliations, forensic auditing techniques, and revenue and cash flow analysis. Strong understanding of pharmaceutical distribution economics, including chargebacks, rebates, Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and wholesaler contracts, and cost accounting principles. Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information clearly to executives and non‑financial stakeholders. Experience developing financial reports, dashboards, KPIs, and executive‑level presentations. Ability to identify financial trends, investigate discrepancies, and develop data‑driven recommendations to support business decisions. Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ability to work independently while collaborating across departments. Professional, collaborative approach with the ability to establish trusted relationships with business leaders, colleagues, and external partners. Previous experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, pharmaceutical distribution, healthcare, or another regulated industry is preferred. Experience with business intelligence tools , including Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms, and Excel Power Pivot is preferred. Familiarity with SQL databases, data analysis tools, and AI‑enabled analytical workflows is a plus. Previous experience in a finance leadership, project leadership, or team‑lead capacity is preferred. MBA or CPA designation is a plus. Ability to work onsite in Bristol, TN, Monday through Friday. Benefits offered by Parker Staffing to Contract Employees: Paid Sick/Safe Time (based on where allowable by law) Medical benefits with multiple plan tiers and Telemedicine access 401K with matching contributions Holiday pay Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company‑owned vehicles. Pre-Employment Requirements As a condition of employment with this client, all candidates must successfully complete a mandatory pre‑employment background check and drug screening following a conditional offer of employment. Both requirements must be satisfied in accordance with applicable laws and company policies before employment can begin. Parker Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parker Staffing, LLC.