Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A

Robert Half - Knoxville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Knoxville, TN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A position at Robert Half in Knoxville, Tennessee, is designed for a professional with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis within the manufacturing sector. The role focuses on supporting the management team, conducting variance analysis, preparing financial statements, and implementing cost-saving initiatives to enhance financial performance across multiple entities.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantial support to the management team, including multiple Finance Directors.
• Apply understanding and knowledge of manufacturing processes in financial planning and analysis.
• Prepare and interpret financial statements for management review.
• Conduct variance analysis to understand financial performance and identify potential issues.
• Work with diverse entities, supporting their financial requirements and strategies.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives to optimize financial performance.
• Facilitate forecasting and budgeting processes to align with business goals.
• Generate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with KPI's to measure performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize data mining techniques to extract valuable insights and inform financial strategies.
• Perform accounting functions, including auditing and budget processes.
• Utilize financial systems such as SyteLine, SAP, and Microsoft Excel for financial operations and analysis.
• Develop and manage complex financial models for business forecasting and analysis.
• Conduct financial analysis, including the use of VLOOKUP and Pivot Table, to support decision-making.
• Manage capital effectively to ensure business sustainability and growth.

Requirements

• Possession of a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the field of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Proficiency in data mining techniques to extract valuable business insights
• Demonstrable knowledge of accounting functions and auditing principles
• Proven experience in managing budget processes and capital management
• Familiarity with SyteLine and SAP software for financial management
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP, Pivot Table functionalities
• Experience in Variance Analysis to identify and explain financial data discrepancies
• Ability to conduct complex financial analysis and develop complex financial models
• Proficiency in financial analysis to assess the financial health of the organization
• Experience in KPI reporting to track the performance of various financial operations
• Expertise in budgeting and forecasting to predict and manage financial resources
• Excellent communication skills to present financial data and insights to stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required; an advanced degree or relevant certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan