Sr. Financial Analyst

Our manufacturing client is seeking to hire a Sr. Financial Analyst Consultant for a long-term engagement. This onsite position is located in Chelsea, Michigan and will report directly to the President.

• Capable of communicating updates to senior management, analyzing financial results, and distilling/synthesizing key issues in the course of advancing existing management reporting
• Develop business, operational, and financial processes to be repeatable and understandable for all necessary teams
• Provide assistance in ad-hoc analysis and presentation requests
• Manage positive relationships with key business partners and Finance/Accounting leadership
• Track financial results with greater accuracy and discretion by working with Operating and Accounting to drive improved management reporting
• Analyze financial results, distill/synthesize key trends, assess current and future business risks, and communicate critical updates to senior leadership all in the course of preparing monthly and quarterly management reports
• Collaborate with Functional leads to execute management reporting, accounting and compliance advisement, and coordinate alignment of operational initiatives
• Optimize business performance by identifying and executing financial analysis

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Possess strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Skills in critical thinking and the ability to operate effectively with management
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Prior experience with process reengineering and optimization
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally, think practically and be solution-oriented
• Proficiency in Ad Hoc Reporting
• Complex Financial Models experience desired
• Board reporting experience
• Expertise in Analytical Skills
• Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Finance or Business BA/BS degree or one in a related field required
• 5+ years experience in operations finance necessary