Global Business Analyst

ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS®, a wholly owned subsidiary of IDEAL Industries, Inc., is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of electrical power connectors. Anderson Power Products partners with leading edge companies to create innovative connector designs that leverage contact technology and high power expertise to provide superior value to the power electronics industry. Applications include leading edge technology and next generation power requirements in industries such as alternate energy (wind, solar, fuel cell), datacenter and server power supply design and electrical distribution, electric vehicles, LED lighting, and battery charging. This is your chance to join a dynamic company that strives to provide a workplace where employees feel empowered, valued, stimulated, and connected to the business.

The Global Business Analyst designs and delivers scalable Power BI reporting and standardized KPI dashboards that enable global Finance and cross-functional leaders to monitor performance, improve data governance, and make informed decisions. This role also supports FP&A through variance and trend analysis, budgeting/forecasting support, and executive-ready insights while partnering across the organization to improve processes and guide change during the Dynamics 365 ERP migration.

Primary Responsibilities

Business Intelligence & Analytics

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models to support global finance and operational reporting.
• Support and continuously improve analytics during and after the organization’s ERP migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Translate business requirements into scalable reporting solutions that drive insight across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Leadership.
• Develop and maintain standardized KPI reporting for:
• Revenue, cost, margin, and profitability
• Inventory turns, slow & obsolete inventory, and Kanban performance
• On-time delivery, safety, and quality metrics
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and governance across reporting environments.
  

FP&A Support

• Provide ongoing financial analysis, including:
• Monthly actuals vs. budget/forecast variance analysis
• Trend analysis and performance drivers
• Ad-hoc financial modeling and scenario analysis
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Support management presentations and executive-level reporting with clear insights and recommendations.
• Partner with the Controller and FP&A team on improving financial processes, tools, and reporting efficiency.
  

Cross-Functional Partnership & Process Improvement

• Work closely with Operations and Manufacturing to analyze production, inventory, and performance data.
• Collaborate with Sales and Commercial teams to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, reporting processes, and data flows; recommend and help implement solutions.
• Document reporting logic, data definitions, and user guidance; assist with training business users on Power BI and financial reports.
• Support change management as the organization transitions to new systems and analytics platforms.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.
• 5 years of experience in business analysis, financial analysis, or analytics ideally in a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI (or similar BI tools with demonstrated Power BI migration experience).
• Solid understanding of financial statements, cost structures, and operational drivers.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively across global and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office ecosystem.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar Tier 1 ERP systems.
• Prior involvement in ERP implementations or system migrations.
• FP&A, budgeting, or forecasting experience in a global or multi-entity environment.
• Experience with Lean, continuous improvement, or 80/20 analysis.
• Familiarity with data modeling, SQL, or data integration concepts.
  
  

The expected salary for this position is between $86,985.00 and $116,995.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for the position and actual compensation will be based on numerous factors including knowledge, location, skills, training and experience.

Anderson/IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401k with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan
  
  

Anderson/IDEAL values rest, personal time and community involvement facilitating these through several paid time off programs including:

• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Volunteer Time
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
  
  

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be named one of America’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by the Wall Street Journal and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow. To learn more about us, visit www.andersonpower.com or www.idealindustries.com