Senior Financial Analyst

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, including developing and coordinating detailed timelines and checklists to ensure deadlines are met across business units.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts by entering data, tracking submissions, generating reports, and providing analytical insights and recommendations. Help maintain the accuracy and integrity of data within the Hyperion system.
• Contribute to the administration and maintenance of Hyperion Planning, including security and system architecture support.
• Perform overhead cost analysis and prepare monthly variance reports, collaborating with departments to identify key drivers and explain fluctuations.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports comparing actual results to budget and forecast. Investigate variances using internal systems and provide actionable recommendations.
• Monitor monthly financial performance, identify variances against budget or forecast, and clearly communicate findings to management.
• Support facilities and other departments in budget preparation, including compiling data, preparing justifications, and responding to budget-related inquiries.
• Document financial processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and standardization.
• Develop and maintain weekly reporting dashboards to track key performance indicators.
• Generate ad hoc financial reports and analysis as needed.
• Carry out additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.