Senior Financial Analyst
About The Position
The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in supporting financial reporting, planning, and analysis processes. This individual will be a strategic partner to cross-functional teams, providing insights that drive financial performance, enhance profitability, and support business decision-making. This role involves managing financial planning cycles, conducting variance analysis, and providing key insights to leadership. This position will work closely with Finance leadership and other business partners to ensure accurate financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis. The role may support one or multiple business units or functions. Position location: Deerfield, IL - Hybrid
Requirements
- Analytics: Ability to analyze large datasets, identify key insights, and translate them into actionable recommendations. A strong candidate will leverage data-driven decision-making, experiment with new analytical methods, and continuously refine processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Continuous Improvement: A mindset focused on streamlining processes, increasing efficiency, and driving business impact. This includes proactively identifying areas for improvement, implementing scalable solutions, and adapting processes to evolving business needs.
- Business Communication & Influence: The ability to communicate complex financial insights clearly and persuasively to stakeholders across the organization. This includes active listening, leveraging data visualization, and presenting compelling, data-supported recommendations that drive decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning processes, including annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Partner with business unit leadership and cross-functional teams to drive financial insights and improve decision-making.
- Analyze financial results, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business trends to provide actionable recommendations.
- Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including financial reporting, sales analysis, and expense reviews.
- Provide financial guidance for sales, marketing, and operational functions, identifying opportunities for revenue growth and cost efficiencies.
- Develop and present financial reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to key stakeholders.
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and project support as needed.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
