Sr. Financial Analyst

Senior Financial AnalystPanasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is seeking a skilled, multi-disciplined Senior Financial Analyst to join our expanding team. This exciting position will be responsible for delivering advanced financial insights to help leaders understand movements in our business and help drive data-driven decision making. Leveraging your strong finance background, understanding of manufacturing operations and multi-national organizations, and exceptional reporting proficiency, you'll have the chance to shape our Finance team and organization as a whole! You'll have opportunity to leave your mark and progress your career, beyond developing and analyzing OKRs, KPIs and metrics, to further transparency of our business. You'll help develop and deploy tools and analytics to help us drive proactivity at the core of what we do. As a key business partner, you'll help teams achieve goals, while effectively communicating intricate financial data.Essential Duties:Analyze and model historic, current and potential future financial data to assess the financial health and opportunities of the business.Serve as a key business partner to selected functions.Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze and identify opportunities to maximize profit and cash through initiatives (e.g. cost savings, efficiency improvements and strategic investments).Develop financial models, metrics, reports, tools and data to support reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes.Partner with leaders in data formation and analysis (including variances, scenarios, etc.).Drive operational results and discipline using financial data and business partnering.Evaluate capital expenditures and depreciation to ensure optimal use of resources; prepare financial documentation for funding and investment opportunities.Identify and analyze industry-specific trends and benchmarks to recommend strategic decisions using scenario analysis.Develop SOPs, SWIs, and engage in kaizen activities to improve internal controls.Support of the monthly financial close processAdditional projects and/or ad hoc analysis as requestedQualifications Requirements:Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Preferred: MBA or other advanced degreeEssential Qualifications:4-6+ years of related experience in the manufacturing industryAdvanced literacy of Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI.Preferred experience with EPMs, think-cell, AI tools such as Claude, Palantir, and Finance centric AI AgentsStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial dataProficiency in financial modeling, scenario, and analysis toolsStrong communication, partnering and interpersonal skills – able to influence, collaborate and build team consensusCapable of multi-tasking and handling confidential information in a responsible mannerResponds timely with accurate reliable information to all levels of managementHighly organized and able to follow a systematic method of performing a taskAbility to work with domestic and international teamsKnowledge of SAP (S/4), Oracle, or another fully integrated ERP systemsMust have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking EnglishPhysical Demands:Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:Sit: 40%Walk: 30%Stand: 20%Lift: 10%Required Lifting and Carrying: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)For this position the required frequency is:Up to 10 lbs.: OccasionalUp to 20 lbs.: OccasionalUp to 35 lbs.: OccasionalTeam-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not RequiredBenefits & Perks:Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date.Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognitionAnnual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee eventsFree Shuttle: Rides to and from work!Where You'll Be:For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere.Who We Are:At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us. Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one. As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs. Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions. We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact. In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.We Take Opportunity Seriously:At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!Supplemental Information:Pre-employment drug testing is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.