Senior Financial Analyst

About the position

Methode Electronics, Inc. is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial insights and support strategic decision-making, contributing to the overall financial success of the company. The role involves leading complex financial analyses, providing strategic recommendations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced financial analyses to identify trends, evaluate performance, and support strategic initiatives.
• Develop and present detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Drive the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Perform in-depth variance analyses to identify key drivers and recommend actionable solutions.
• Evaluate and provide financial insights on investment opportunities, including cost-benefit and ROI analyses.
• Design and maintain advanced financial models to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial strategies with organizational objectives.
• Monitor and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs), delivering actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality financial presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with IT to build and optimize analytic financial dashboards for improved decision-making and reporting.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and emerging financial technologies to inform strategic recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, with a track record of delivering impactful insights.
• Expert proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and data visualization tools.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and a strategic mindset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., Power Query, Power Pivot), financial software (e.g., OneStream, HFM), and BI tools (e.g., Zoho Analytics, Tableau, Power BI).
• Basic knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office and collaboration tools such as MS Teams.
• A proactive and self-driven attitude with a passion for continuous learning and professional growth.

Nice-to-haves

• A Master's degree or CPA/CFA is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of SQL is a plus.