Senior Operations Financial Analyst

Generac Power Systems • Waukesha, WI

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About The Position

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. The Sr. Operations Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for directing and managing the Global Operations capital and operational budget and for improving overall performance through the proper application of analysis and financial tools. This role facilitates sound business decisions regarding, global facility expansions, product line transfers, make/buy decisions, and other operational analysis. The role will be both a strategic thinker and an individual tactical contributor comfortable with influencing and educating multiple levels within the organization to achieve results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3 years’ broad financial experience
• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with the ability to create and maintain complex excel models
• Ability to influence others without direct authority and work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, management, motivation, and analytical skills
• Ability to translate financial information to a non-financial audience
• Ability to convert metrics into meaningful information
• Self-starter with initiative and vision
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross functional environment

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with SAP or equivalent ERP
• Cost accounting experience
• Multi-national manufacturing experience
• Experience with total cost of ownership modeling, make versus buy, vertical integration.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes data mining techniques to research, model, and generate “what if” scenarios on facilities, production transfers, and component make / buy decisions.
• Evaluates Return on Investment (ROI) for specific programs and/or projects and recommends appropriate action.
• Provides direction and support to key business partners.
• Reviews requests for capital spending and provides input and/or authorization for capital expenditures.
• Manages standardization of visual management, and global operational processes and costing structures.
• Proactively directs the annual operating and capital budgeting process including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget.
• Coordinates assists and oversees the development of financial operations business plans that clarify specific financial / non-financial targets and metrics (e.g. Key Performance Indicators) to facilitate the achievement of both strategic and tactical business goals.
• Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements, and prepares reports and offers insight for productivity improvements.
• Other Duties as assigned and the following: Based on project.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees
• We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

What This Job Offers

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