Penske Automotive Group - Reading, PA
posted about 2 months ago
A Penske Logistics Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for data mining and analysis, presentation of results, consulting and recommending process improvements and special projects. The position provides support to functional organizations as well as senior management. The analysis includes preparing financial presentations, analyzing operating data and other ad hoc reporting. This is a hands-on role that requires the analyst to work directly with multiple organizations by getting involved to understand and improve the business. The role involves performing required monthly financial close related activities including preparing required journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance. The analyst will analyze financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes. Additionally, the analyst will develop, update, and monitor key performance indicators and key financial metrics or dashboards, highlighting trends and analyzing variances to understand and communicate the financial health of each location. Collaboration with the operations team is essential, as the analyst will work to develop forecasts and reporting, including financial performance, variance explanations, and cost analysis. The position also requires providing senior management and the operations team with in-depth financial analysis of actual spend to drive insights on trends, investment areas, and opportunities to optimize costs, thereby facilitating better decision-making. The analyst will deliver ad hoc reporting and analysis and perform other duties as assigned.