What are the responsibilities and job description for the SR FINANCIAL ANALYST position at Kent Shared Services (Kent Corporation)?
Ready to Join a 6-Time U.S. Best Managed Company and help Shape the Future of Finance? At KENT WORLDWIDE ™, we’re not just recognized for excellence, we live it every day. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll be at the center of strategic financial planning, driving performance, uncovering insights, and influencing decisions that matter. If you're looking to make a real impact in a collaborative, innovative environment, this is your opportunity to thrive and grow.
- This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to the development of annual budgets and quarterly financial forecasts.
- Assist in building long-range strategic models to assess growth scenarios, evaluate investment opportunities, and guide resource allocation decisions.
- Analyze monthly financial performance including revenue, margins, receivables, payables, and inventory.
- Deliver variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations to management.
- Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to further strategic initiatives.
- Develop and optimize BI dashboards and reporting tools.
- Support the development of presentation materials and reports for senior executives and external partners.
- Contribute to process improvements across the organization.
- Partner with financial institutions to ensure regulatory compliance and fulfill reporting obligations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 or more years of experience in financial analysis.
- Experience extracting and analyzing data from multiple systems.
- Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and financial reporting tools.
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
TRAVEL EXPECTED:
- Occasional travel for visits and meetings with strategic partners, as well as company events.
