B.S. degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
3-6 years of experience in FP&A, manufacturing finance, or cost accounting
Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of Cost Accounting
Strong understanding of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Proficient with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial modeling and data analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to present financial information to senior leadership
Responsibilities
Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range financial planning
Analyze monthly financial performance to identify key drivers and opportunities
Prepare detailed variance analyses comparing actual results to budget and forecast
Develop financial models for strategic initiatives and business growth
Partner with cross-functional leaders to evaluate performance and support decision-making
Translate financial data into actionable recommendations for profitability
Support pricing, product profitability, and customer margin analyses
Identify opportunities for improving reporting accuracy and business processes
Benefits
Support for continuous improvement initiatives
Opportunities for professional development and training
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Engagement in strategic planning and operational leadership meetings
Involvement in compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements
Full Job Description
Sr. Financial Analyst - Edlon
The Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, reporting and analysis activities for Edlon. The Senior Financial Analyst serves as a key business partner to the Vice President of Finance and Edlon General Manager, supporting monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, strategic planning, and performance management initiatives. The position also supports compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and SOX requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead monthly forecasting processes, annual budget development, and long-range financial planning activities.
Analyze monthly financial performance, identifying key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
Prepare detailed variance analyses comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, capital investments, and business growth opportunities.
Provide management with meaningful insights regarding revenue, profitability, standard margins, labor utilization, manufacturing variances, overhead absorption, and EBITDA performance.
Business Partnership
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Sales, and Supply Chain leaders to evaluate business performance and support decision-making.
Translate financial data into actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
Participate in monthly business reviews, strategic planning sessions, and operational leadership meetings.
Support pricing, product profitability, and customer margin analyses.
Manufacturing & Cost Finance
Analyze standard costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, and labor performance.
Monitor inventory levels and support cycle count and physical inventory processes.
Evaluate production performance and cost drivers to identify opportunities for margin improvement.
Support working capital management initiatives, including inventory optimization.
Reporting & Accounting Support
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
Complete monthly journal entries and support month-end and year-end close activities.
Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
Investigate and resolve accounting and financial discrepancies.
Support external auditors and internal control compliance initiatives, including SOX requirements.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, forecasting effectiveness, and business processes.
Support ERP system enhancements and automation initiatives.
Promote best practices in financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
3-6 years of progressive experience in FP&A, manufacturing finance, cost accounting or corporate finance
Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of Cost Accounting and experience with Forecasting, Budgeting/Planning and Financial Analysis.
Strong understanding of financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas and data analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to present financial information to senior leadership and non-financial stakeholders.
Inventory and materials costing experience is a plus.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job posting in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed for this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
