Senior Financial Analyst

Penske • Warren, MI

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About The Position

A Penske Logistics Senior Financial Analyst performs data mining and analysis, presents results, recommends process improvements, and supports special projects. The role supports functional organizations and senior management through financial presentations, operating-data analysis, and ad hoc reporting. It is hands-on and works directly with multiple organizations to understand and improve the business. The position is located in Warren, Michigan, or Irving, Texas, and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. Some travel is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or modeling.
• Strong data analytics and data-mining skills.
• Ability to exercise moderate independent judgment with direction from a supervisor.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly analytical, with the ability to translate data and trends into clearly understandable messaging.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work as part of a financial management team.
• Understanding of the importance of hands-on collaboration with the Operations team and personnel at Area, Region, and Corporate levels.
• Complete a Penske employment application and undergo a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, as well as drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Logistics or operations experience.
• Advanced use of MS Access or other database tools.
• Quality program certification, such as Six Sigma, ISO, or LEAN.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly financial close activities, including preparing journal entries to support accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze financial information and reports and provide accurate, timely recommendations to management for decision-making.
• Develop, update, and monitor key performance indicators, financial metrics, and dashboards; identify trends and analyze variances to communicate each location's financial health.
• Work with operations to develop forecasts and reporting, including financial performance, variance explanations, and cost analysis.
• Provide senior management and operations with in-depth analysis of actual spending to identify trends, investment areas, and cost-optimization opportunities.
• Deliver ad hoc reporting and analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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