Senior Financial Analyst
Independence, OH
$90,000-110,000 annually
Kelly Services has partnered with a leading company in the packaging industry that is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. The Senior Financial Analyst is a pivotal role in supporting FP&A leadership and the executive team's objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of financial principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate financial information effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop within a growing business in the packaging industry. Apply today for immediate consideration!
Essential Job Functions:
Corporate Support:
- Prepare, standardize, and contribute to financial reporting, including weekly and monthly updates for senior leadership.
- Play a key role in planning and developing the annual corporate budget.
- Monitor and analyze corporate expenses to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.
- Provide guidance to corporate departments in managing budgets and aligning with broader financial objectives.
- Utilize data analytics to generate insights on market trends, public customer performance, and competitor activity.
Division Support:
- Prepare and standardize financial reports and analyses for division operations, focusing on performance metrics and trends.
- Conduct raw material cost analyses and provide updates to support operational decision-making.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver financial support and expertise.
- Assist with ad hoc financial modeling and analysis to address evolving business needs.
- Use data to uncover opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong data analytics capabilities, experienced with tools like Power BI, Tableau, Prophix, or equivalent.
- Familiarity with scripting languages is a plus.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and reporting processes.
- Ability to synthesize large data sets into actionable insights and recommendations.
- Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills to work across departments.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3-5+ years of professional experience in business finance/analytics.
- Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.