Senior Financial Analyst - Operations

Cambria•Eden Prairie, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for a broad range of financial activities, including strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and dashboard reporting. This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior management. This position offers a diverse project portfolio and opportunities for professional growth and career development. This role requires a minimum of two days per week on-site at our Le Sueur, MN plant to support operational business partners. Remaining days may be based at our Eden Prairie corporate office or performed in a hybrid capacity.

Requirements

Strong quantitative skills with the ability to manage large datasets, link financial results to operational drivers, and streamline complex tasks.
Proven ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to complex business problems.
Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of meeting deadlines.
Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of management.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team to address issues before they escalate.
Thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
3-7 years of experience in an Accounting or Finance related role
Advanced MS Excel user, proficient in Microsoft applications, experience with Oracle, Tableau or similar operating systems

Nice To Haves

experience with BOARD and/or Salesforce desired but not required

Responsibilities

Build robust reporting and dashboards using visualization tools to drive data-driven business decisions.
Facilitate the preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
Collaborate with department leaders to analyze financial results, explain variances, and communicate key trends or risks.
Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and strategic insights to senior leadership.
Develop sophisticated models to project the long-term implications of potential business decisions.
Partner with management to define key performance indicators (KPIs), identify system/process inefficiencies, and implement recommendations to enhance data quality.
Execute ad hoc analyses and special projects to support high-level decision-making.