Senior Financial Analyst - Operations

Sauder Woodworking Co. is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst – Operations. Embark on a career that places you at the heart of business operations with this role. This pivotal position offers the opportunity to delve into the financial mechanics of the company, guiding budgeting and forecasting processes. You'll play a critical role in analyzing financial data to uncover trends and variances, providing actionable insights that drive business improvement. Your expertise will also contribute to evaluating the financial viability of projects, ensuring the company's resources are optimized for maximum impact. Join us and become an integral part of our financial decision-making process, where your analysis informs strategy and growth.

This hybrid position requires the candidate to live within commuting distance to Archbold, Ohio, with an expected office presence of three days weekly.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies, recommends and participates in the development of operational financial and key performance indicators
• Provides financial analysis for capital and non-capital improvement opportunities, initiatives and projects
• Provides analysis of capacity utilization based on current and future projected demand and makes recommendations accordingly
• Provides analysis and support that is required to effectively manage inventory within the operations
• Prepares the budgeting and forecasting of financial results for assigned functional areas throughout the business
• Evaluates the financial performance of the business compared to budgeted results and delivers insights to leaders on the drivers of business performance
• Collaborates on strategic and operational prioritization by performing appropriate financial planning and operational analysis.
• Assists in performing ad hoc analysis of projects, investments and determines the financial impact of an investment or decision made to evaluate whether the project, investment was successful, or adjustments are required
• Prepares financial presentations to be presented to leadership, including the drivers and drains of results
• Presents financial information, including actual to budget variances, to management that have P&L responsibilities
• Designs and produces reports, and financial and performance indicators to support the business

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting required, MBA degree preferred 
• 5+ years of relevant FP&A experience in a large consumer products, manufacturing and distribution environment
• High attention to detail, accuracy and proven strong analytical skills required
• Advanced financial modeling skills in Microsoft Excel, experience with SAP ERP system, Power BI and PowerPoint preferred.
• Experience and comfort, working in a fast-paced business environment with ability to consistently meet tight deadlines and manage complexity of a multiple information system environment. 
• Highly proficient in financial analysis and model building 
• Experience developing and leading annual budgeting processes with multiple stakeholders
• Experience in manufacturing and related cost analysis 
• Proven track record of implementing or improving financial reporting 
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers 
• Highly flexible and adaptable, with operational growth, particularly with technology and systems 
• Strong communication and relationship building skills with a strong customer service orientation 
• Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills, and experience providing leadership with process improvements and streamlining financial operations 

PAY SUMMARY

The salary will be based on factors such as location, relevant experience, and skills.