Financial Analyst
Expected Results:
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Perform comprehensive financial analysis with respect to financial planning (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow), operating results, new business initiatives, labor negotiations, capital investment, and other projects.
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Analysis of product and customer profitability to identify opportunities for profitability/cost improvement.
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Financial Analysis/Modeling, forecast, and support of decisions relating to liquidity and capital structure planning.
Supporting Activities:
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Gather financial or benchmark data to develop standard models to support decision-making.
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Perform monthly/quarterly budget reviews, projections, and budget revisions. Prepare ad hoc queries and departmental trend analysis to support budget changes.
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Deliver key performance measures through the support of financial analysis and management reporting requirements of the business.
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Drive profitability / cost and operational improvements.
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Provide accurate and timely financial analysis of actual results and subsequent forecast updates.
Required Prior Accomplishments, Experience and Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance (Accounting, Business Management, or Economics) required
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MBA highly desired.
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3 to 5 years financial analysis experience in a manufacturing setting.
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Proven analytical flexibility and adaptability. Able to sort through multiple options and find the best path forward.
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Experience that demonstrates an ability to work well with a variety of internal customers, strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills, an ability to respond quickly to changing priorities, and a desire to progress in the organization.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Experience with database query and analysis tools, and ERP systems.
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Computer Proficiency: Adept at using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Ability to use applicable financial and in-house software to do analysis to support management and decision-making activities.
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Working knowledge of GAAP.