Senior Business Analyst

Position Title: Senior Business Analyst

The organization seeks a Senior Business Analyst to identify and evaluate opportunities for business growth. This role involves analyzing data, constructing financial models, and translating insights into actionable recommendations for leadership. The position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and a collaborative approach to work closely with the CFO and Controller. Candidates should be prepared to navigate the challenges of establishing processes in a newly created role. The ideal candidate will contribute to strategic decision-making while supporting the company's continued growth and development.

Senior Business Analyst Responsibilities:

• Work with leaders to define business opportunities and success metrics
• Analyze internal and external data, including market trends and competition
• Build financial models, such as NPV and IRR
• Perform scenario and "what-if" analyses to support decision-making
• Turn analysis into clear summaries and recommendations for leadership
• Identify growth opportunities and cost-saving initiatives
• Research revenue opportunities using vendors and industry data
• Create dashboards and reports to track performance
• Prepare materials for leadership and board meetings
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and effectively
• Maintain documentation of models and data sources
• Support proposal and investment documentation
• Track timelines and deliverables for business cases
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive data
• Support budgeting and strategic planning processes
• Travel as needed for meetings or presentations
• Follow all company policies and safety standards

Senior Business Analyst Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 3-7+ years of experience, with a strong accounting background
• Advanced Excel proficiency is required
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Teams)
• Manufacturing industry experience is required
• Agricultural manufacturing or ethanol experience is preferred
• Experience with data tools, such as Power BI, is preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k) eligible after 3 months with company match
• Medical insurance + Dental and vision
• Life insurance + Short-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling sessions
• Vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after 18 months
• Safety allowance for work-related gear
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

If you are a Senior Business Analyst looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-RB1