Analyst, Finance General

Whirlpool•Benton Harbor, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Analyst, Finance General. This role will be onsite in Benton Harbor, MI. You will lead and manage critical business and financial initiatives throughout the NAR MDA region. You will also influence business decisions through the analysis of major investments, drive meaningful reporting, and lead forecasting and analysis of the business. While doing so, you will have the opportunity to apply finance skills, strengthen business acumen, and accelerate your professional career in a Fortune 200 consumer products company with a global presence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
1+ years of experience in a finance or accounting role

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in General Business, Finance, or Accounting
Strong Verbal and written communication skills
Professional presence and proven ability to lead teams and influence others
Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of the organization as well as cross-functionally
Achievement oriented with the ability to work independently
Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines
System proficiency: SAP, BPC, Tableau, Looker Studios; Excel, and Google tools (Sheets & Slides)

Responsibilities

Provide near and long-range forecasting to enhance strategic decision making (strategy planning, annual profit plan, and monthly outlook)
Review financial results and compare to the Annual Profit Plan to ensure reasonability and consistency with overall financial objectives
Manage and drive process efficiency
Deliver continuous improvements in the annual planning process and monthly forecast processes to drive simplification and overall reduction to the processing and cycle time of the planning process
Utilize knowledge of processes and systems to advise cross-functional teams on appropriate data sources for analysis
Drive improvements in key financial processes to optimize efficiency and quality of data
Deliver analytical insights and influence decision-making by influencing category and channel finance leaders
Establish relationships with process partners in the finance organization that facilitate effective collaboration and drive positive change in our processes
Influence and lead key business decisions
Collaborate with individuals across the NAR MDA organization

Benefits

Generous benefits package
Whirlpool employee discount
Fitness & educational reimbursement programs
Kitchenettes
Beautiful, recently renovated office space
Free coffee
Biking/walking trails
Access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.