Lead Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Stryker • Portage, MI

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Make an impact where insights shape strategy. In this high‑visibility role, you will guide financial decision‑making for a major manufacturing site while modernizing how the organization consumes data. You’ll partner directly with senior leaders, influence strategy across multiple functions, and elevate financial intelligence through scalable digital tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Finance or Accounting preferred)
• Minimum 4 years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with Power BI or comparable analytical / reporting tools

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of manufacturing operations
• Cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience
• Experience with JDE or Hyperion systems

Responsibilities

• Own the full financial lifecycle for $100M+ in indirect spend, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and spend performance tracking.
• Lead the month‑end close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develop advanced financial models to support capital investments, long-term planning, and new site initiatives.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities by analyzing spend trends and operational drivers across the plant.
• Partner with cross‑functional leaders (e.g., Indirect Sourcing, Facilities, R&D, Quality, Headquarters) to drive cost‑out initiatives and guide financial decisions.
• Facilitate monthly business reviews by delivering clear insights, trends, and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with IT and shared services teams to automate workflows and improve system integration.
• Design and deploy Power BI dashboards that provide real-time visibility into financial performance and support data-driven decision making.

What This Job Offers

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