Sr. Financial Analyst

Description Role: Responsible for financial planning, forecasting, reporting, analysis, and business decision support for OCL. This role partners with finance and cross-functional leaders to develop financial models, analyze performance trends, maintain business metrics, and translate data into actionable insights that support strategic and commercial decision-making. Responsibilities Main Job Duties: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial report packages for senior leadership using company financial software and reporting tools and ensure financial information has been recorded accurately. Perform P&L, revenue, margin, SG&A, and trend analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior year; identify key drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommendations for management action. Assist with the development of revenue and expense budgets, monthly forecasts, and financial models, including supplemental schedules. Own analysis and budgeting for assigned SG&A and cost center responsibilities; work closely with functional leaders to understand expense timing, commitments, and forecast changes. Maintain key financial metrics and KPIs to guide management decision-making and improve visibility to business performance. Demonstrate flexibility to work overtime and/or extended schedules as needed to meet critical business deadlines, including month-end close, forecast cycles, annual budgeting, and other time-sensitive financial reporting requirements. Partner with accounting to understand and drive improvements in reporting capabilities. Key liaison between Finance and other departments on reporting requirements, special initiatives, and ad hoc analysis requests. Create and/or maintain finance procedures and documentation to support consistent outcomes, cross-training, and backup coverage within the finance team. Qualifications Education: Requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A roles; includes experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis. Experience in a Manufacturing environment is highly preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Advanced knowledge of financial analysis concepts, practices, and procedures; able to plan and accomplish goals using judgment and initiative. Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with attention to detail and ability to identify trends and anomalies. Ability to work independently, prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, VLOOKUPs, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Global Consolidations tools such as Planful, BPC, or Tagetik preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present information and respond to questions from senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Ability to lead or influence others and collaborate across departments to achieve results. Strong problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity, with a willingness to look beyond surface requirements. Positive, can-do attitude; flexible and adaptable to changing business needs. Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, financial controls, and reporting procedures. Solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr