Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries worldwide. With 850,000-square-feet sales and services facilities in the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Brazil - PAG's worldwide locations and customer-focused business model serve aviation customers through Supply Chain and Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (ISMRO) services. JOB PURPOSE The Financial (Sales) Analyst plays a pivotal role in supporting the growth and profitability of PAG by analyzing sales data, tracking performance, and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. This position requires strong analytical skills, advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, and PowerBI, and the ability to collaborate with various departments to ensure data accuracy and alignment with the company's strategic objectives. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Job Functions: • Customer and Operational Data Analysis: Analyze and summarize customer and operational data with a focus on profitability. Identify and analyze trends across divisions/segments. • Sales Funnel Management: Track the sales funnel, including leads, and provide necessary analysis for the sales team. • Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work with sales and other departments to share and analyze data, ensuring alignment and accuracy. • Sales and Budget Development: Partner with the sales team to develop account and sales team budgets at the account level. Track strategic account plans for reps. • Sales Strategy and Profitability: Collaborate with sales leadership to develop and implement plans to increase sales and profitability. Monitor sales and margin trends. • Sales Reporting: Design, build, and deliver reports for the sales team. Analyze sales leads and monitor margins at the account/customer level. Prepare month-end financial reporting packages, report on key performance indicators, and develop dashboards for efficient monitoring and decision-making. • Executive Support: Meet with the sales team to deliver data and insights. Develop and review an integrated view of company margins. Prepare financial packages for leadership. • Special Projects and Process Improvement: Support special projects and ad-hoc requests. Assist the finance organization with process improvement projects as needed. Skills:
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Experience with PowerBI and SQL.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all organizational levels.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Highly adaptable to shifting priorities and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with financial planning software and business intelligence tools.
- Proven ability to develop financial models and perform detailed variance analysis.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive process improvements.
Software Familiarity:
- Data Analysis and Visualization: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions and modeling), PowerBI, and SQL.
- Financial Planning Software: Familiarity with financial planning and analysis tools such as Planful.
- Reporting and Presentation: Strong skills in Microsoft PowerPoint for preparing and delivering presentations.
- Remote Workspace Tools: Experience with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and other remote collaboration tools.
Marginal Job Functions:
- Strong computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to regularly exercise sound judgment.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Will participate in and support safety initiatives, safe work practices and compliance.
- Will participate in safety activities including the following: immediately reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents/injuries.
- Will follow all safety rules, FAA regulations, PPE compliance and equipment operation requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical Demands: Requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending, and reaching to shoulder level. Requires occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 20 pounds. Requires repetitive hand movement. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Equipment Operated: Ability to operate office machines and equipment and troubleshoot problems with equipment. Work Location: PAG Office on Lake Mirror Road building in Atlanta, GA. Protective Equipment Required: None Potential Hazards: Exposure to materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets. JOB SPECIFICATIONSKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines; attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality of information; excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy; ability to read, write, and understand the English language and follow verbal and written instructions; multi-tasking is essential; thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; ability to type with accuracy and speed; ability to maintain a good working relationship with co-workers and project a positive, concerned image to the public; ability to work without supervision; ability to adjust to rapidly changing circumstances and priorities. Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in financial planning and analysis or a related field, with manufacturing industry experience preferred. Aviation or Manufacturing Industry experience is a plus. Certificates/Licenses: None Other: Other duties may be assigned in the role to support other Finance personnel or projects. Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions, locations in multiple time zones, or shift positions. Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions, locations in multiple time zones or shift positions.