Financial Analyst

FINANCIAL ANALYST – Well know, international manufacturing company in the Chicagoland areaAbout The CompanyGlobal, multibillion-dollar manufacturing company is looking to add a Financial Analyst to their growing finance team. This newly created role will be a part of the corporate FP&A activities and will support business units. Great opportunity for someone looking to make an impact with a growing, dynamic company.

About The Opportunity For Financial AnalystOur client is a well-respected and established manufacturing companyHas offices in dozens of countriesFlexibility to work from homeImpressive work life balanceCountless examples of room for growthExcellent benefits401k matchCompetitive salaryAmazing close knit team atmosphereProcess improvement-oriented role- make things betterOpportunity for career growth- move into a business unit or climb the ladder in corporate. Role is open due to growthCompany is growing, organically and through acquisitions, just had a large acquisition allowing them to launch in another arena in their marketResponsibilities Of The Financial AnalystRecommends budget adjustments, and other cost improvement measures.

Assist with the analysis of financial information to determine present and future financial performance, including coordinating monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual planning processes.

Help with various business units and leadership to provide guidance around reports, analytics, strategic plans, business plans, and targets.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L analysis, Risk and Opportunity analysis, and bridge comments to shed insights into the business.

Ensure consistency between the operating strategy of the business unit and its financial forecasts.

Support the monthly close consolidation process by preparing variance analysis and reporting of results for multiple business unitsDemonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease lead times, and streamline work processes by working cooperatively and jointly with internal stakeholdersReviews costs and performs cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs.

Preferred Qualifications Of Financial Analyst3+ years progressive finance/FPA experienceBachelor's degree in accounting or financeProficient in Excel and technical skills including VenaMBA or CPA preferredManufacturing experience is requiredStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work in fast-paced environmentSalary Range: 100,000-125,000