Sr. Financial Analyst

Panasonic • Newark, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst serves as a finance and accounting advisor within the business unit, bridging the gap between finance and operations. In this role, you will provide financial insights, support decision-making, and help drive business performance through advanced expertise in accounting management, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and GAAP. This is an independent contributor role with the opportunity to evolve as the organization grows.
At Panasonic Connect, we connect the power of people and technology to change work, advance society and help connect to tomorrow. Empathy, results, relentlessness and teamwork are the foundations of the Panasonic Connect Culture. Our mission is to elevate the employee experience by empowering individuals to use their voice and have a positive impact on our business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a concentration in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–4 years of diversified corporate finance experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage accounting and managerial functions, including planning, directing, and controlling financial operations.
• Proven ability to present financial information clearly to business unit leadership and respond to related questions with confidence and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet applications, word processing, email, and related software; experience with SAP or an equivalent ERP system required.
• Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to conduct critical and time-sensitive research to solve complex problems.
• Ability to develop methods for compiling and analyzing accounting reports, and to suggest improvements to existing systems and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex financial information to senior and cross-functional audiences.
• Skilled at developing and maintaining a network of professional contacts to achieve key business, organizational, and cross-cultural objectives.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Establish or recommend to management major corporate economic strategies, objectives, and policies for the company and division.
• Assist senior leadership of the responsible business unit in applying financial data and information to the resolution of administrative and operational challenges.
• Provide management with timely reviews of the organization's financial status and progress across various programs and activities; recommend modifications to existing corporate programs as needed.
• Lead the preparation of budgets, review of budget proposals, and maintain thorough knowledge of supporting documentation and justification.
• Develop and manage monthly forecasts and financial models to support business objectives.
• Closely monitor customer satisfaction — both internal and external — and evolving needs; update approaches based on feedback to improve processes and help stakeholders access and interpret meaningful data for decision-making.
• Participate in the development of company accounting policy.
• Offer financial guidance and support to business unit leaders, empowering them to make informed, forward-thinking decisions.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making on projects, investments, and other strategic initiatives.
• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Own the integrity and accuracy of the overall financial statements for the responsible business unit.
• Track financial performance, identify key trends, and provide actionable insights to improve results.
• Help the responsible business unit identify and track KPIs, and develop action plans to drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare journal entries and oversee account analysis for the responsible business division.
• Process and reconcile intercompany and divisional transactions.
• Resolve operational inquiries concerning the accounting treatment of financial transactions.
• Manage the general ledger and maintain accurate account and data reconciliation, including supporting sub-ledgers, journals, and other financial documentation within a cost-efficient operation.
• Own the monthly close process for the responsible business division.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting
• Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental and caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service
• Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources

What This Job Offers

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