Senior Financial Analyst

Michael Page International

Ayer, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$125,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Analysis Skills, Beverages, Bill of Materials (BOM), Budgeting, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Sets, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Distribution Warehousing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Risk, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Operations Management, Materials Analysis, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Physical Inventory, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Profit & Loss, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Sales, Sales Analysis, Standard Costing, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Operations
LOCATION
Ayer, MA
POSTED
1 day ago
An established manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support strategic decision-making and operational performance across the business. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights, improve reporting capabilities, support forecasting and budgeting processes, and identify opportunities to drive efficiency and profitability.Client DetailsFood and beverage manufacturing companyDescription Develop, maintain, and improve financial models related to operational costs, manufacturing performance, and strategic initiatives.Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.Identify financial risks, operational inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities through data-driven analysis.Track and validate realized savings and performance improvements.Monitor and report on financial performance across manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, inventory, and supply chain operations.Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and other departments to provide financial insights and scenario analysis.Analyze sales trends, variances, and business performance metrics to support decision-making.Review and analyze bills of material to ensure accurate product costing and standard cost integrity.Evaluate manufacturing and operational KPIs and recommend improvements to efficiency and loss reduction.Create and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and analytics using Excel, Power BI, and other planning systems.Support the transition toward more automated and real-time reporting capabilities.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to reporting, controls, data quality, and financial processes.Participate in physical inventory counts and reconciliation activities as needed.Provide ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, and project support to finance leadership and executive management. Profile Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.5-10 years of financial analysis experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.Strong background in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.Advanced Excel skills, including large data set management, formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and analytical tools.Experience with Power BI and dashboard/report development.Working knowledge of ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory management, and product costing.Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively.Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus. Job Offer Collaborative and team-oriented work environmentStrong company culture focused on continuous improvement and employee supportOpportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organizationCompetitive compensation and benefits package MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/