About this role
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides analysis and reports on complex financial information. Plans and projects financial information using knowledge of advanced financial theory and systems. Prepares recommendations to all levels of management. Acts as a mentor to the financial analysts/cost accountants.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops, maintains, and provides insightful financial information to support central finance and senior management.
- Assists the Finance Manager in preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and monthly financial foreasts.
- Provides financial analysis to support monthly operational reviews with line organizations.
- Provides a guiding role for the department’s financial analysts/cost accountants in developing and maintaining PC-based analytical tools.
- Develops successful working relationships with other AE departments, including but not limited to Operations and General Accounting
- Conducts special projects which provide creative and insightful interpretation of business issues from a quantitative standpoint.
- Conducts regular presentations to management.
- Acts as a contact for both internal and external audit.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works in a standard office environment utilizing standard office equipment. Some travel may be required.
SKILLS:
- Ability to work with all functional organizations and all levels of personnel.
- Ability to tailor financial information for various levels of the organization.
- Prior experience with a Financial software package, preferably an integrated ERP system.
- Excellent PC skills including advanced proficiency in MS-Office, primarily Excel and Access. General knowledge of database applications is preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Essen tial:
4-7 years of financial experience in a manufacturing environment
Desirable:
Previous financial analyst experience
SAP experience
EDUCATION:
Essen tial:
Bachelors degree in Business Administration or similar
Desirable:
Masters degree in Business Administration
CPA or CMA designation