Sr. Financial Analyst

stratasys•Minnetonka, MN

2d•$82,010 - $101,027•Onsite

About The Position

Stratasys Direct Manufacturing (SDM) is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to serve as a strategic finance partner to cross-functional teams—including Sales, Operations, and Fulfillment Services. This role will deliver actionable insights, support financial planning, and help drive informed decision-making across the business.

Requirements

As a part of Stratasys, this position requires access to information and/or technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master’s degree or CPA/CFA preferred
5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, with a proven track record of supporting senior leadership
Strong proficiency in Sage or other ERP systems
Demonstrated ability to manage complex analyses, synthesize insights, and influence executive decision-making

Nice To Haves

Experience using Salesforce and Sage
Master’s Degree in Finance or related field
Prior experience supporting financial analysis in a sales-driven or high-growth organization
Experience in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Lead the development of revenue forecasts and quarterly re-forecasts, leveraging historical trends and business drivers
Guide annual budget planning in partnership with business leaders, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and resource allocation
Drive budgetary control processes, balancing financial discipline with business growth objectives
Perform in-depth monthly and quarterly budget-to-actual variance analysis with actionable insights for leadership
Translate complex financial data into clear, strategic recommendations to influence decision-making at the executive level
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations, reports, and dashboards that highlight key business trends and performance metrics
Serve as a key financial advisor to senior leaders across Sales and other functional teams, shaping operational and strategic decisions
Partner closely with Accounting to ensure smooth and accurate quarter close processes
Anticipate the financial needs of business units and proactively provide analysis and solutions
Lead initiatives to enhance planning, reporting, and forecasting tools to improve efficiency and scalability
Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen financial rigor and streamline reporting
Act as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior analysts on tools, processes, and analysis best practices