Sr. Financial Analyst

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Financial Analyst supports financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Mobility Energy Business Division (MEBD), working closely with U.S. operations and Japan headquarter. This role leads budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and management reporting, with a strong focus on manufacturing cost analysis, capital investments, and operational performance. The Analyst partners with accounting and operations teams to bridge actual results with business plans, supports monthly close and IFRS-based accounting considerations, and provides clear, bilingual (English and Japanese) financial insights to senior leadership and global executives. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Finance, this position plays a critical role in supporting informed decision-making and financial discipline across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
Minimum 3+ years of working experience as a FP&A, management accounting, or business finance in a manufacturing company in the U.S. or Japan
Must have business‑level proficiency in English and native‑level fluency in Japanese, with strong reading, writing, and speaking skills in both languages.
Advanced literacy with Microsoft Office, especially Excel spreadsheets and database functions, as well as Word and PowerPoint
Proven record of FP&A and Financial Reporting experience
Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, or another fully integrated ERP system
Able to work with all levels of the leadership team as high as CEO
Strong customer service skills including excellent verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to interpret and understand procedures and governmental regulations
Capable of handling confidential information in a responsible manner
Ability to respond to inquiries from internal customers in a timely manner
Flexibility and multi-tasking capabilities
Highly organized and able to follow a systematic method of performing a task
Ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members and members of other departments
Ability to cooperate and collaborate with diverse teams including those overseas in Japan

Nice To Haves

Obtains certification(s) as the U.S. Certified Public Accountant (USCPA), and/or Nissho Bookkeeping Level 2
Ability to travel domestically and internationally when requested
Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate well at all levels of the organization
Able to influence change without direct authority
Demonstrate ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments, and effectively manage deadlines
Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets (AOP), quarterly/monthly forecasts, and mid-term business plans
Develop and manage key financial metrics including profitability, cost structure, cash flow, ROIC, and CapEx performance
Perform variance analysis versus plan/forecast and provide clear explanations to management
Prepare financial presentations and materials for management reviews and executive meetings
Analyze manufacturing cost structures (materials, labor, overhead) and production economics
Support financial analysis for plant ramp-up phases, capacity changes, and productivity initiatives
Evaluate financial impacts of changes in production volume, start-up timing, or operating assumptions
Conduct return and sensitivity analyses for major capital investments
Work closely with the local accounting team to support monthly close activities
Understand key accounting treatments under IFRS (inventory valuation, fixed assets, revenue recognition, provisions, etc.)
Bridge actual accounting results with forecasts, budgets, and business plans
Identify and explain accounting-driven impacts on financial performance and outlook
Participate in discussions with accountants regarding accounting processes for U.S. transactions, and support implementation into accounting practices, including establishing operational workflows at each location (e.g., IRA grants, state subsidies, tax‑related issues).
Participate in various projects in the U.S. and provide support from an accounting and finance perspective by coordinating with internal teams and external parties.
Develop a fixed asset management process from overseas import through capitalization and physical asset verification.
Serve as a primary financial point of contact between U.S. operations and Japan HQ
Prepare and deliver financial reports and explanations to Japanese stakeholders (in English and Japanese as applicable)
Translate HQ requests and financial expectations into actionable local analysis
Develop monthly and quarterly management reporting packages including forecast, closing, and business planning for senior leadership
Proactively review and ensure accuracy of such reporting packages and present them to the global executives.
Other responsibilities may be assigned by leadership as required including but not limited to, translating, organizing documents, and processing invoices

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 & 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
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events