Career Opportunities: Analyst, Senior Financial (34285) Requisition ID 34285 - Posted - 4Front Engineered Solutions, Inc - BSI IB NA Sales Group - USA: Texas (Carrollton) - Finance - Posting Country (1) - Yes - Mid-senior level - Travel Required: 0%-10%  Job Description Print Preview Position Summary : The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the development and administration of company financial forecasting, budgeting, monthly management reporting, and financial modeling and planning activities. The role will be to work closely with the Finance team and collaborate with Executive team members in developing the annual corporate budget while assisting in overall business analysis. The Sr. Financial Analyst also delivers value-added analysis and relevant financial and operating metrics that drive sound business decisions and develops P&L and KPI management reporting requirements. Additionally, the Sr. Financial Analyst bridges corporate and business area financial data integration and will develop and report on established financial metrics on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. + Description of Essential Job Functions: + Support key business planning, forecasting and budgeting process, as well as monthly and quarterly analysis and reporting. + Coordinate budgeting, forecasting and business analysis, reporting, process improvement and simplification. + Build financial models and manipulate data to better understand the complex relationships in our business and evaluate the trade-offs of various business actions. + Perform continuous improvement of financial reporting and analysis through enhancing data structure design and ensuring the alignment between internal measurements and the financial or operational objectives of the company. + Responsible for analysis of price, volume, mix, inflation, manufacturing costs (material, labor and overhead), productivity and other metrics that influence the company's growth and profitability. + Develop/maintain financial models of new product development projects to assist in the R&D project justification and prioritization processes. + Support new business processes by reviewing financial impact and funding ROI decisions. + Analyze and extract insights from complex data; communicate concisely to stakeholders. + Assist with, and participate in, the development of monthly business forecast and explanations. + Collaborate with functional leads and corporate colleagues to support and drive action plans to improve processes, automate/streamline functional reporting (using tools such as Oracle, HFM, PowerBI) to deliver better business insight. + Participate in monthly close process and ensure its timely and quality output. + Manage all aspects of consolidation and owns analysis of monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-term financial projections across multiple functions that impact the performance of the business. + Manage internal financial reporting and monitor financial reporting improvement and automation initiatives through HFM. + Coordinate business area reporting and financial data integration through data warehouse. + Support departments with reporting and analysis on P&L variance, spending, CapEx management, etc. + Perform monthly financial analysis for each business segment on key metrics and financial drivers. + Ensure financial material from teams has been properly vetted and key issues discussed. + Assist with management reviews through the preparation of monthly financial material outlining the company's performance versus budget, forecast, and prior year. + Support review and development of presentation material for executive meetings. + Responsible for monthly management reporting including segment reports, department reports, and business variance analysis. + Provide monthly business updates and financial and operations results to the corporate executives explaining financial outcomes from a business perspective beyond line-item variance analysis. + Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. + Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience: + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline. + 5-7+ years of work experience in accounting/financial analysis. + Previous responsibility for analyzing revenue, expenses, and gross/operating profit margin. + Minimum of three (3) years accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment. + Experience collaborating with international parent or affiliate companies is a plus. Computer Skills + Ability to use a personal computer utilizing spreadsheet and word processing software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. + Knowledge of windows-based operating systems environments, spreadsheet software, graphics software, word-processing software, and database software. + Proficient in using business management applications software (MS Office) including Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills and the ability to efficiently manage large data sets (VLOOKUP, Sum-Ifs, Pivot tables, etc.). + Strong competency in HFM is a plus. + Skilled in use of financial analysis software. + Proficient in ERP systems. Certificates, Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: + None Other Skills, Abilities, or Competencies: + Highly proficient in financial modeling. + Ability to create advanced reports in Excel. + Working knowledge of budget development. + Efficient and timely at the completion of tasks. + Strong math skills and above average analysis capability. + Knowledge of computer modeling and financial forecasting. + Strong analytical, administrative, and problem-solving skills. + Knowledge of theory and application of budgeting processes. + Knowledge of cost management/activity analysis and forecasting. + Ability to be proactive, work independently with minimal direction. + Skilled at analyzing and interpreting complex policies and financial reports. + Understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes. + Possesses deep financial analysis, modeling, and decision-making capabilities. + Polished group and interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. + Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a changing environment. + Knowledge of accounting theory and application of financial and accounting principles. + Listen well, ask relevant questions, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. + Skilled in analyzing activities, interpreting financial/operating results, and developing alternatives. + Must be self-motivated, goal oriented, quality-driven, and capable of working with minimum supervision. + Must demonstrate commitment, innovation, perseverance, professionalism, self-discipline, and teamwork skills. + Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work effectively within time constraints and deadlines, and maintain composure. + Must possess integrity and be able to manage confidential information with the utmost care, security, and discretion. + Highly skilled in communicating and presenting financial data and analysis to various levels of management, external parties, and both finance and non-finance audiences. Other Qualifications, Experience, or Requirements: + Requires a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle while carefully observing all traffic rules and regulations. + Requires the ability to use a variety of office/production related equipment such as a telephone and photocopier. + Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays. We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.