Sr. Financial Analyst
Job Description
Drive manufacturing financial planning and reporting as a key business partner supporting Finance and Operations in Waukesha.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reporting packages and management reports
- Support budgeting, forecasting, annual operating plans, and variance analysis
- Partner with Operations to understand production schedules, forecasts, and business drivers
- Analyze project performance, costs, capital expenditures, and operating results
- Monitor project revenue status, shipments, and capital spending activities
- Lead and participate in cross-functional projects focused on improving financial performance and business processes
- Develop and maintain financial models and reporting tools
- Support financial consolidation reporting and business intelligence initiatives
- Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and general ledger support
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Minimum 2-3 years of finance, accounting, cost analysis, or related experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization
Technologies
- Microsoft Excel
- SAP
- Power BI
- OneStream
- FCC
- Qlik Sense
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of broad finance, accounting, cost, and manufacturing experience
- Experience with SAP, Power BI, OneStream, FCC, Qlik Sense, or similar financial and business intelligence platforms
- Experience with financial consolidation reporting
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or graduate-level coursework
- Manufacturing industry experience
Successful Candidate Characteristics
- Curious and eager to learn
- Strong problem-solvers who can work through ambiguity
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable partnering with operations teams and senior leadership
- Self-motivated professionals who take ownership and drive results
Location: Waukesha, WI (onsite)
Experience: Minimum 2 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field