Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst

Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 depending upon experience

Location: 1005 Commercial Drive, Owensville, MO 

Benefits: Competitive benefits including 401k match and Incentive Bonus

How you will make an impact:

You will develop and interpret financial analyses to support financial Planning, forecasting, modeling, internal controls and business decision-making.  This role serves as a financial business partner to leaders and cross-functional teams, translating financial information into actionable insights that support operational efficiency, cost management, and continuous improvement.   

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports and other financial information
• Perform complex financial analysis of operating results and business plans
• Own assigned components of the annual budgeting and forecasting Processes
• Develop and maintain accurate sales, expenses and other financial forecasts; evaluate forecast performance, identify changes in business conditions and recommend adjustments.
• Develop financial models analyses and reporting tools to evaluate business performance, investment opportunities, cost drivers, productivity, working capital.

What you bring to the position:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable experience.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment including cost accounting and financial reporting
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex financial issues, identify root causes, determine appropriate analytical approaches, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis and financial reporting processes.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with leaders and cross-functional teams and communicate financial information and recommendations clearly to varied audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant financial analysis tools; proficiency with ERP and financial reporting systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial analysis into clear, actionable business insights.

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