Sr. Financial Analyst

Safe-Guard Products International LLC•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team. The role will provide support to the Director of Finance and other members of the Management team in budgeting, forecasting, periodic financial analysis, and strategic decision-making processes. This position will work with large amounts of data requiring advanced analytical capabilities and ability to work with data and financial analysis tools to provide meaningful insight. The role will directly impact the company’s financial health by providing key insights and supporting business leaders in making informed financial decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or related financial roles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level), financial modeling, and data analysis.
Comfortable creating and using pivot tables and advanced formulas( xlookup, sum ifs, and nested functions) to clean data and find insights
AI exposure preferred; Claude will be used weekly if not daily
Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., Microsoft, Hyperion, SAP, Oracle) is a plus
Familiarity with Planful is a plus
Experience working with one or more of the following as an administrator, implementer, or power user: SQL, Power BI, Snowflake, consolidation platform
Strong problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
Ability to interpret financial data and translate it into business insights
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders. The position will have direct interaction with senior leadership
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
Strong collaboration and team-oriented mindset
Eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic financial environment

Nice To Haves

AI exposure preferred; Claude will be used weekly if not daily
Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., Microsoft, Hyperion, SAP, Oracle) is a plus
Familiarity with Planful is a plus
Experience working with one or more of the following as an administrator, implementer, or power user: SQL, Power BI, Snowflake, consolidation platform

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of monthly financials, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial projections and review for accuracy
Support analysis of business segments and tracking cost efficiencies
Conduct timely and useful analysis of monthly operating expenses (with commentary)
Work to actively manage each department’s expenses with the overall goal of maintaining budgeted levels of spend throughout the year. Ensure proper allocations for benefits and other company-wide expense types
Prepare and distribute Departmental Reporting Packages for senior management, highlighting trends, performance metrics, and financial forecasts
Provide actionable insights to leadership to help them manage financial performance effectively at a vendor level
Help scale FP&A function by transforming reports into analytical, PowerBI dashboards
Gather financial data from various sources, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting. Assist with maintaining and improving financial systems and tools
Support ad-hoc financial analysis projects, including but not limited to monitoring partner and product profitability as well as cash flow consolidation
Collaborate with account management and other internal departments to understand financial implications of decisions and assist in optimizing financial performance
Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency
Participate in initiatives to enhance financial planning tools and reporting systems