We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, project analysis, and business performance initiatives for our manufacturing operations in Waukesha. This role serves as a key business partner to both Finance and Operations, providing insight into financial trends, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping leadership make informed decisions.
Working alongside a collaborative team consisting of financial analysts, cost analysts, and a risk manager, you will contribute to monthly reporting packages, capital project reviews, cost analysis, and financial planning activities. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, highly analytical, and comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple functions.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reporting packages and management reports.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, annual operating plans, and variance analysis.
- Partner with Operations to understand production schedules, forecasts, and business drivers.
- Analyze project performance, costs, capital expenditures, and operating results.
- Monitor project revenue status, shipments, and capital spending activities.
- Lead and participate in cross-functional projects that improve financial performance and business processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models and reporting tools.
- Support financial consolidation reporting and business intelligence initiatives.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities while providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, reconciliations, and general ledger support.
What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum 2-3 years of finance, accounting, cost analysis, or related experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectiv