Financial Analyst

at  Acuity Brands

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

JOB SUMMARY

Drive insightful, accurate, and timely reporting and analysis across the DLN groups, evaluate investment opportunities, and partner with the DLN teams to help drive operational results.

SKILLS AND MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-6 years of financial analysis experience
• Basic understanding of US GAAP
• MBA or CPA a plus
  We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.
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  The range for this position is $59,700.00 to $111,800.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location

• Responsible for the monthly close process which includes journal entries and account reconciliations in support of the DLN
• Responsible for rolling forecast process including acquiring customer inputs, system loads, & analytical reviews
• Prepare and review key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements along with other analysis of performance
• Ensure all cost centers within the group you support are reviewed on at least a quarterly basis for accuracy
• Respond timely and thoughtfully to adhoc financial requests for the product management team and ROI analysis for new product launches (NPI)
• Present results to DLN leaders, identifying key trends in performance, participate in monthly operational reviews
• Identify areas for processes improvements across all areas and participate in group and matrix partner kaizen events
• Active participation in the IBP Process