General Shale - Johnson City, TN
posted about 2 months ago
General Shale, Inc., the nation's leading manufacturer of brick, masonry siding, and outdoor hardscape products, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for our corporate office in Johnson City, TN. This position is within the Planning and Analysis department and will involve close collaboration with Accounting, Sales, Production management, and other departments to transform analysis for the company. The Senior Financial Analyst will lead critical efforts to enhance data-driven decision-making across the organization, aiming to optimize General Shale's sales and profitability by evaluating manufacturing plants, customers, channels, and products. The role requires the preparation of executive-level presentations in PowerPoint to provide insights into the current state and business proposals for key organizational decisions. The analyst will develop daily, weekly, and monthly reporting and analytics for sales, costs, and margins, creating KPI dashboard reports to track progress on projects and objectives. Conducting ad hoc analyses and business models in collaboration with Sales leadership for new and existing sales opportunities and profitability improvements is also a key function of this role. Additionally, the Senior Financial Analyst will assist with forecast and budget development in collaboration with various sites and management. The position requires the utilization of various financial and reporting software, such as Qlik and SAP BI, and optimizing ERP and other software platforms for continuous improvement in partnership with the IT organization. This includes enhancing data categorizations, reporting capabilities, and providing business guidance. The analyst will also institute new processes and procedures in various areas to improve productivity and efficiencies. Additional duties and tasks not specifically listed may also be included as necessary.