Senior Financial Analyst

Business Summary

The company is a manufacturing organization focused on delivering complex, high-value products through integrated program execution and operational excellence. It combines engineering, production, and supply chain capabilities to support long-cycle, customer-driven programs that require precision, quality, and on-time delivery. The business emphasizes financial discipline, continuous improvement, and strong customer partnerships to drive performance and long-term growth.

Position Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst supports business performance by providing financial insights, planning, and analysis across programs and operations. This role partners with cross-functional teams to drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, ensuring alignment with financial goals. The position plays a key role in improving visibility into costs, profitability, and operational efficiency while supporting data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 3+ years of financial analysis or FP&A experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Experience with variance analysis, cost tracking, and profitability analysis
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems (ERP experience preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus
• CPA, CFA, or MBA (preferred, not required)

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses
• Analyze operational, manufacturing, and financial performance metrics
• Develop financial models and KPI reporting tools
• Support monthly reporting and management reviews
• Conduct labor, inventory, overhead, and margin analyses
• Partner with operations leaders to improve financial performance
• Monitor production trends and operational efficiencies
• Assist with strategic planning and forecasting initiatives
• Support reporting automation and ERP enhancements
• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations