Finance Analyst, FP&A

ESAB • Bethesda, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance Analyst, FP&A position is accountable for supporting the financial planning and analysis function for the organization, including regular and ad-hoc reports covering all Regions and consolidate roll-ups. The position also provides key support to the Finance Leadership and will be based at World Headquarters in North Bethesda, MD. ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas: Manual welding and cutting equipment, Welding consumables, Welding automation, Cutting systems. Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 0-3 years of experience in FP&A or financial reporting/analysis role.
• Experience using financial consolidation systems/applications
• Solid knowledge of reporting frameworks (US GAAP) and process optimization
• Fluency in English language required
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‐solving skills
• Strong financial acumen with ability to learn complex reporting systems and terminology quickly
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with all levels of stakeholders
• Team player with demonstrated ability to deliver quality work consistently
• Tough‐Minded commitment to results with the ability multi‐task and prioritize workload, retaining ownership and accountability under pressure
• Ability to prioritize and drive results in a fast‐paced dynamic matrix environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with international teams preferred.
• Related professional certifications (ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CFA) a plus
• Prior working experience with Hyperion or BPC preferred
• Experience working with multiple currencies and optimizing the FX strategy of the company

Responsibilities

• Preparing and providing regular and ad-hoc reports on a daily/weekly basis to stakeholders
• Continuous improvement of current reports used and development of new reports as necessary
• Liaison with various finance leaders across the business and in-house SSC teams
• Initiate improvements in financial processes
• Consolidate and analyze YTD and project financial performance
• Monitor and analyze Financial Statements (P&L, SG&A, Balance sheet and Cash Flow)
• Weekly/monthly, annual reporting and planning as well as the analysis of the figures (P&L and B/S)
• Weekly and monthly reporting check list activities, including balance sheet reviews and margin analysis and checking, fixed assets work and follow up of CAPEX
• Coordinating closing activities, budgeting, planning and budgetary control
• Support ad hoc and special projects/initiatives

Benefits

• ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas: Manual welding and cutting equipment, Welding consumables, Welding automation, Cutting systems. Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level