DESCRIPTION

The Business Analyst provides data and analysis to support optimal company performance by working cross-functionally to identify and implement changes that will improve company profitability and supporting processes.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics or Economics
• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience for a for profit company generating $50+ million annually.
• 2+ years of analyzing business financial and operational performance
• 2+ years developing or working with financial models
• Experience with cost accounting or transactional costing.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Computer Proficiency. Thorough understanding of MS Office, including Excel and Access. SAP Business One and Crystal Reports, Power BI. Ability to write SQL queries.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation. Excellent awareness of numerical relationships and the ability to find opportunity in financial and operational data. Strong awareness and attention to data validation
• Business and Financial Acumen. Thorough understanding of business operations and financial reporting and how decisions impact each.
• Effective Communication. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with associates from diverse backgrounds, with diverse priorities across all levels of management and functional areas.
• Multitasking. Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities concurrently.
• Inquisitiveness. Strong desire to learn, curious, and motivated by possibilities.
• Accounting Processes. Thorough understanding of accounting and costing processes.

• Identify and report on key business performance metrics and trends, including In-depth revenue, margin, and profitability analysis.
• Working with the CFO, develop financial and operational performance targets.
• Identify and utilize leading indicators to create positive impacts on the company and its customers.
• Manage and support the ongoing reporting and analysis needs of the company.
• Manage the company’s profitability assessment software to enhance profitability and improve profitability measurement. Work with company and customer personnel to drive profit improvements.
• Assist the CFO in developing, implementing, and managing the company’s pricing policies and procedures.
• Prepare financial forecasts.
• Prepare departmental budgets and communicate variances to the Executive team.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve our processes, data quality, and overall business and financial acumen.
• Work with Operations to improve operational performance, including ensuring inventory fulfillment strategy systems and stocking strategies are aligned with company and customer demands.
• Ensure production order costing standards are current and relevant.