IT Financial Analyst

thyssenkrupp Materials•Southfield, MI

About The Position

The IT Financial Analyst supports the organization’s financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and analysis activities. The role collects, analyzes, and interprets financial data to inform business decisions, improve financial performance, and align activities with organizational objectives. It partners with business leaders to identify trends, monitor key performance indicators, and support budgeting and forecasting. The analyst supports annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning; prepares financial reports, forecasts, and analyses; and evaluates financial and operational performance. The role develops financial models, reports, and dashboards, conducts variance and scenario analyses, and provides recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency. It also supports evaluation of business initiatives, capital investments, and organizational changes; maintains the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting; identifies process improvements; and complies with company policies, internal controls, and financial procedures. The position collaborates across teams and contributes to special projects as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
2–5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, or related disciplines.
Experience analyzing financial data and preparing management reports.
Experience using Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in financial modeling and quantitative analysis.
Ability to interpret financial statements and performance metrics.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large corporate, manufacturing, automotive, or public company environment.
Experience with financial planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Anaplan, OneStream, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

Support annual budget, quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes.
Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and analyses to support business decisions.
Analyze financial and operational performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reviews.
Develop and maintain financial models, reports, and dashboards.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Partner with business leaders to understand performance drivers and support financial planning activities.
Conduct variance analysis and communicate key findings to management.
Assist in evaluating the financial impact of business initiatives, capital investments, and organizational changes.
Support scenario planning, ad hoc analysis, and special projects.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, reporting, and forecasting processes.
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, and financial processes.
Maintain compliance with company policies, internal controls, and financial procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
Continuously develop financial, analytical, and business acumen skills.
Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes and Competencies.