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IWCO Direct Senior Financial Analyst in Chanhassen, Minnesota

Description Overall Summary: The Senior Financial Analyst will provide financial analysis and support at both the corporate and divisional levels of the company. This individual will partner with the FP&A Director in performing financial and analytical duties across all divisions, including budgeting/forecasting, financial reporting, month-end close, and ad-hoc analysis. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Assist with the periodic forecast process and annual budget process, including the preparation of a projected P&L, balance sheet and cash flow based on data and other inputs from cross-functional groups across the Company. Collaborate cross functionally as a "business partner" to drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis processes. Analyze statistical and financial reports, financial statements, and supporting schedules to assist with communication to management regarding historical and forecasted performance trends. Effectively utilize business unit analytical resources, tools and metrics to capture profitability, site reporting, productivity, cost savings and other key factors. Act as a liaison with key members of the Finance and Accounting team to assist with monthly financial close process, reporting, and analysis. Assist in timely preparation of weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting as well as ad-hoc financial analysis/special projects. Develop and implement FP&A best practices, procedures and processes to drive forecast & planning, business insight and analysis to support senior leadership team. Oversee the calculation, reporting, analysis and communication of the Sales Compensation Plan. Prepare and submit customer compliance reporting. Develop and implement FP&A best practices, procedures and processes to drive forecast & planning, business insight and analysis to support senior leadership team. Handle effective communication, both verbal and written, of proposed developments and group presentations. Actively support the strategic business planning activities of the Finance Department. Assume other special activities, projects, ad-hoc reporting and responsibilities as required. Perform other (or other related) duties as applicable or assigned. Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies: Microsoft Office Suite proficiency; power user in Excel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with executives, managers, employees and corporate management. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Listening skills that result in acquiring the necessary understanding of people, products, and services. Excellent concentration skills with ability to collect information and successfully create deliverables. Curiosity and initiative to seek out internal resources to learn our products and services. Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize Company ERP and Financial systems. Strong oral and written communication skills. Positive attitude and good judgment. Strong sense of responsibility and ownership. Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years' progressive finance or accounting experience. Experience with data mining, financial analysis and frequent ad-hoc analysis strongly preferred. SQL knowledge preferred. Knowledge of finance, accounting, collections, budgeting, forecasting and regulatory requirements. Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred. Physical Requirements: Ability to work 8 hours consecutively. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Qualifications Education Bachelors of Accounting (required) Skills Budget management experience (preferred) Microsoft Excel (preferred) IWCO Direct is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law. IWCO Dire t is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our HR Department.

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