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Senior Financial Analyst

Greater Knoxville, TN Area

Competitive Pay, 10% Bonus, 401K Match

Fortune 500 Global Manufacturer

Immediate need for a Senior Financial Analyst for an established and growing global manufacturing company. This company is in a growth phase and this person will become a pivotal player in advancing the manufacturing finance function at 3 plant locations. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, employing comprehensive financial analysis to inform decision-making, crafting detailed financial models and forecasts, and contributing to the development of strategies that fuel financial success.

Select Responsibilities:

• Undertake thorough financial analysis to guide operational decision making.
• Create financial models and forecasts specifically tailored to manufacturing operations.
• Assess the financial health of operations through the evaluation of KPIs.
• Scrutinize and monitor manufacturing costs, pinpointing areas for optimization and efficiency enhancements.
• Collaborate with operations teams to comprehend cost drivers and implement effective cost control strategies.
• Contribute to the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for manufacturing operations.
• Track and report on budget variances, offering insights and recommendations.
• Provide financial insights supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Generate regular financial reports for senior management.
• Develop and maintain standard costs for all products in collaboration with procurement, production, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field
• Knowledge of accrual/journal entries
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of FP&A/Accounting Principals
• Proven experience as Financial Analyst within a manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project Planning and Office

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

Highly visible role where you lead financial analysis for 3 specialty manufacturing locations (200+ headcount); FP&A, accounting, special projects. Dynamic manufacturing environment, stable, long-standing employees. Fortune Magazine "One of America's Most Innovative Companies"; world renowned for broad spectrum of products & services. Room for upward mobility. Fast-paced environment, structured, ability to have an impact on the business. Competitive pay, 10% bonus, excellent benefits/401k