Financial Analyst

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Department: Finance
Reports To: CFO
Location: Evansville, WI
Work Schedule:  Hybrid available

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented FP&A Analyst to join our Finance team. This role is critical in supporting strategic decision-making through financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong business acumen, excellent Excel and data visualization skills, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders across the organization.  Experience in cost accounting is essential, as this role will involve analyzing product and operational costs to support margin improvement and cost control initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with business units to understand key drivers of financial performance and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior leadership, including variance analysis and scenario planning.
• Support the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts.
• Perform cost accounting analysis, including:
  • Standard cost development and maintenance.
  • Cost variance analysis (e.g., material, labor, overhead).
  • Inventory valuation and reconciliation.
• Assist in strategic initiatives such as M&A analysis, capital planning, and cost optimization.
• Maintain and improve financial reporting tools and dashboards.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA is a plus.
• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Hyperion) and ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statements.