Senior Financial Analyst - Cost - Clarity Search Partners

Strong Cost/Inventory analysis exposure is required

Comp: $110-120K + bonus

Hybrid role: 3 days in office/2 from home

Why is this a great company?:

• Well-established company in the rapid growth nutritional supplement space!
• Great opportunity for growth and promotion
• Excellent management team that believes in mentoring staff

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST – COST

Duties:

• Effectively and efficiently performs all the essential job functions of a Financial Analyst as described in that Job Description.
• Coordinates the planning and reporting process for assigned business units and serves as liaison between finance and the business for analytical and budgeting support.
• Responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely management reporting including monthly financials, revenue reporting and functional expense reporting.
• Conducts advanced analysis for middle and upper management and makes recommendations on reporting changes, entries and adjustments, pricing strategy, and/or forecasts.
• Participates in the development and coordination of the annual planning calendar, budget and forecasts.
• Proactively manages the budgeting and planning process for a plant or group of manufacturing operations including capital planning, departmental operating costs, overhead allocations and implements an appropriate review process.
• Collaborates with FP&A management to ensure accurate review and approval of annual material, labor and overhead standards. Performs Cost Accounting activities as required for areas of responsibility.
• Participates in cross-functional corporate initiatives to optimize financial systems and/or improve
• Works with junior financial analyst(s) and may serve as a mentor to ensure successful accomplishments of individual and team goals and objectives.
• Interacts with and supports both internal and external audit activities.
• Attends and actively participates in pass down meetings and interacts with individuals of all levels on the manufacturing floor. Establishes a regular presence on the floor.
• Provide Finance support, as needed, for periodic activities such as physical inventories, fixed asset audits, inventory excess and obsolescence, customer quotes, etc.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), policies and procedures is required.
• Must have strong manufacturing experience and have strong cost analysis/cost accounting skills to be considered – i.e. BOM’s, standards, PPV, gross margin analysis, pricing, quoting
• Working knowledge of Power BI report writing capabilities is required.
• Proficient in complex Excel spreadsheet and database structures required.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills are a must.
• 5+ years of analysis, finance, or accounting experience.
• Experience in a supplement or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to complete and draw conclusions from complex data analysis. Strong ability to apply knowledge to problem solving.
• Demonstrated success to multitask and prioritize, working in a fast paced and changing environment, meeting deadlines in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to connect with people – requires strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to work effectively cross functionally with all levels.
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines.
• Remain engaged, proactive and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability; thrives in a changing/fast paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), Power BI experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.