Lead Financial Analyst

Dyson•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide financial support to Dyson’s US logistics and supply chain operations: Key finance business partner for US logistics functions. Collaborate with supply chain, operations, and planning teams to develop cost forecasts, logistics budgets, and operational plans. Prepare, analyze, and communicate logistics cost reports, including commentary and insights for the leadership team. Lead or support monthly close processes related to supply chain: costing of shipments, inventory valuation, and freight expense allocation. Monitor and report on key logistics KPIs (inventory turns, transportation spend, warehousing cost per unit). Work with logistics and supply chain teams to evaluate new projects and model their financial impact. Support implementation and continuous improvement of planning tools, systems, and financial processes for logistics. Manage Logistics Budgeting & Forecasting Own the development of logistics and supply chain budgets and regular re-forecasting. Support partners and Sr. Finance Manager with various adhoc analysis Analyze logistics plans to ensure efficiency and alignment with corporate cost objectives. High level of accuracy in understanding logistics costs in the P&L and ensuring alignment with reporting. Analyze Initiatives & Cost Investments Partner with operations and supply chain teams to evaluate ROI and efficiency of logistics investments. Prepare financial analyses of outsourcing vs. insourcing, network optimization, and major projects. Provide recommendations and secure approval for significant logistics investments. Ensure forecasts and accruals for logistics costs are accurate and timely. Deliver detailed variance analysis vs. expectation and explain drivers to management. Own post-implementation review of logistics initiatives for continuous improvement. Special Projects and Ad Hoc Analysis Identify and investigate logistics cost drivers and opportunities for savings. Develop robust financial models to help manage the complexity of the US logistics and supply chain environment. Tackle new projects or responsibilities as required, aligned to the purpose of the role. Champion process improvement and bring a continuous improvement mindset. Identify risks and develop solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain/Logistics, or related field
4+ years in a Financial Analyst role, preferably with logistics, supply chain, or operations finance experience
Strong attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy
Track record of handling complex budgeting and forecasting challenges
Experience partnering with operational teams and influencing business decisions with financial insight
Advanced proficiency with Excel and strong competence in the Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated ability to prepare, analyze, and present financial data clearly
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to collaborate and challenge senior leaders with confidence
Effective project management fundamentals
Adaptable and flexible—able to manage multiple priorities across business functions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and able to work independently

Responsibilities

Provide financial support to Dyson’s US logistics and supply chain operations
Key finance business partner for US logistics functions
Collaborate with supply chain, operations, and planning teams to develop cost forecasts, logistics budgets, and operational plans
Prepare, analyze, and communicate logistics cost reports, including commentary and insights for the leadership team
Lead or support monthly close processes related to supply chain: costing of shipments, inventory valuation, and freight expense allocation
Monitor and report on key logistics KPIs (inventory turns, transportation spend, warehousing cost per unit)
Work with logistics and supply chain teams to evaluate new projects and model their financial impact
Support implementation and continuous improvement of planning tools, systems, and financial processes for logistics
Own the development of logistics and supply chain budgets and regular re-forecasting
Support partners and Sr. Finance Manager with various adhoc analysis
Analyze logistics plans to ensure efficiency and alignment with corporate cost objectives
High level of accuracy in understanding logistics costs in the P&L and ensuring alignment with reporting
Partner with operations and supply chain teams to evaluate ROI and efficiency of logistics investments
Prepare financial analyses of outsourcing vs. insourcing, network optimization, and major projects
Provide recommendations and secure approval for significant logistics investments
Ensure forecasts and accruals for logistics costs are accurate and timely
Deliver detailed variance analysis vs. expectation and explain drivers to management
Own post-implementation review of logistics initiatives for continuous improvement
Identify and investigate logistics cost drivers and opportunities for savings
Develop robust financial models to help manage the complexity of the US logistics and supply chain environment
Tackle new projects or responsibilities as required, aligned to the purpose of the role
Champion process improvement and bring a continuous improvement mindset
Identify risks and develop solutions

Benefits

401K with up to a 4% match
Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)
Generous Child Care Leave Program
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Dyson Product Discounts
Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options
Vision & Dental Coverage
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability