Operations Financial Analyst

Generac Power Systems • Waukesha, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst I provides financial guidance and analytical support to assigned business functions. This role partners with leadership to develop and manage revenue, cost of sales, expense, capital, and/or headcount budgets/forecasts. Key responsibilities include preparing monthly performance reports, conducting variance analysis, supporting cross-functional initiatives and special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 0-1 years of financial experience
• Strong business mathematical and analytical skills with intense attention to detail with accuracy and consistency
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks under time constraints
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with various levels of management
• Self-motivated and a self-starter continuously looking for process improvements
• Ability to effectively utilize basic Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Power BI and Teams
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Responsibilities

• Provides business analysis with a focus on understanding the supported functions and assists business partners in managing departmental expense
• Coordinates the development and assists in the preparation of all budgets and forecasts for revenue, expense, capital and headcount in accordance with the financial planning calendar
• Provides monthly financial support to the business: Record month-end journal entries/accruals/account reconciliations; ensures all revenue/expenses are recorded in the proper period; analyzes variances; distributes departmental performance reports
• Analyzes financial results, trends and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Supports capital planning, investment analysis and ROI evaluations
• Supports profitability and continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing cost drivers, monitoring performance, and driving process standardization through improved tools, templates and reporting to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Assists with external audits and monitors internal controls as required, ensuring requested documentation is provided accurately and on time

What This Job Offers

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