Sr. Financial Analyst

IntePros is currently looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join one of our growing medical device/packaging clients in Rockford, IL. The Sr. financial Analyst will report to the Sr. Finance Manager at the Rockford Site and will be responsible for accounting/analytical functions with strong focus on maintaining the site ERP System to provide accurate financial data, Production report, spending variance analysis, sales analysis, financial reports, and month-end closing documents. With this data, this position will work with management to better manage the business and to maximize profits. This position will play a key role in our efforts with continuous improvement of our processes and information. This position will also provide item-level analysis to be used in discussions with production and the project management team as well as support sales by providing margin and pricing analysis for negotiations with customers.

Sr. Financial Analyst Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned.
• Oversees the process of accounting for jobs and maintenance of cost systems. Maintains inventory values and prepares inventory management reports. Coach, mentor and provide continuous support to Cost
• Accountants and Finance team for day-to-day internal problem solving and trouble shooting. Support key site and corporate continuous improvement initiatives to drive optimization and efficiency of processes, systems, and technology.
• Works closely with the Sr. Finance Manager and Executive Finance Director to deliver and improve site and corporate reporting.
• Assist in financial reports and analysis that support site operations, including production reports, job costing analysis, monthly expenses by department versus budget, headcount, as well as real time financial reports, as requested.
• Responsible for overseeing the processing of sales invoices and credit memos ensuring accurate invoicing to customers.
• Daily analysis of manufacturing variances and JDE integrity reports. Work with appropriate resources to resolve data integrity issues.
• Helps to report timely and accurate financial results
• Completes monthly sales, profitability, and financial analysis.
• Assists in the fiscal year budget preparation.
• Participates in annual review of SOX controls and maintenance of proper internal control system.
• Assists in the development, adaptation or revision of accounting systems to meet the needs of the site.
• Participates in all site external and internal audit requirements.
• Participates in compliance with financial policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Closes out completed jobs and prepares gross margin reports. Prepares/reviews cost journal entries and ensures accuracy of system created cost entries.
• Works with Business Units to minimize aged inventory and keep add-bills current.
• Acts as a backup Cost Analyst for internal communications and troubleshooting.
• May require overtime to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all client, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
• Primarily onsite role with some flexibility as needed.
  
  

Sr. Financial Analyst Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or 4-6 years of experience
• College Level Mathematical Skills
• Intermediate Computer Skills: Ability to perform more complex computer tasks and has knowledge of various computer programs.
• Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• Very High Reasoning: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in math or diagram form and deal with several abstract/concrete variables.
  
  

Sr. Financial Analyst Preferred Experience

• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to display original thinking and creativity.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. Other Skills & Competencies:
• Relevant accounting experience in Manufacturing and/or Supply Chain.
• Experience with accounting software JDE or similar ERP platform.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Excel.
• Ability to quickly comprehend a complex organizational structure, including the general ledger structure and various financial systems, is essential.
• Exceptionally well organized, flexible and easily adaptable to changing conditions.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task, work independently and with minimal direction.
• High energy, high ownership of work products, and dedication and commitment to driving results.
• Facilitates communication with team members to ensure efforts are aligned. - Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development.
• Adept at using logic and reasoning to work through problems and analyze information.