SR. FINANCIAL ANALYST, NORTH AMERICA & PAYROLL

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YOUR MISSIONS :

Sr. Financial Analyst, North America & Payroll
Bridgewater, NJ
This position guarantees the reliability of the financial and controlling information within the North America Area (USA – 3 business units and Canada) and for US support function (Finance, HR, IT, Purchase and Legal). Responsible for the monthly reporting, estimate and budget process, providing analysis and comments/alerts on the North America Area performance. Prepares regular and ad-hoc reports to monitor the financial performance of the Area and support Business plan elaboration for business development opportunities. Responsible for all U.S.-based payroll controlling for monthly reporting, analysis and comments as well as both estimate and budgeting process related to payroll expenses.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for accuracy, quality, timeliness and reliability of financial information reported for the NA Area business and support function (Finance, HR, IT, Purchase and Legal). Includes month-end reporting of P&L, working capital ratio (WCR) to the Area CFO and Director as well as corporate headquarters.
• Completes monthly business review templates for the NA Area and provides to Area CFO, Area VP and corporate headquarters.
• Manage and coordinate the annual ad-hoc estimate and budget process with each Business Unit/Country Controller and with headquarters Controlling.
• Oversees payroll data analysis and reporting. Administers bi-weekly payroll accounting journal entries for all U.S. legal entities. Completes monthly payroll and headcount variance analysis versus budget and previous year.
• Coordinates estimate and budget process for all payroll costs. Calculates and provides payroll costs to each department manager.
• Support and control/challenge what each Business Unit/Country Controller reports in terms of data and comments
• Provides detailed ad-hoc financial analysis for specific business units or upon request from senior leadership.
• Support Business Plan elaboration for Business development opportunities

Core Competencies:

• Glass Half Full - demonstrates an enthusiasm for building and growing a business. Not discouraged by momentary failure. Does not make excuses. Focuses on the upside and what is within your control.
• Solutions Partner - takes ownership for solving problems. Develops creative ways to keep or win business. Takes the initiative; does not wait to be told what to do. Seeks self improvement.
• Team spirit
• Work Ethic - self-driven and self-motivated. Does what it takes to get the job done and then some.
• Has a Plan and Works It - manages the work assigned as though it is your own business.
• Failure is Not an Option - demonstrates grit and tenacity. Does not give up. Has a tremendous desire to win.
• Flexibility / Embraces Change - embraces new ideas and new ways of working. Continuously seeks to improve the work environment and the job itself.

Technical Competencies:

• Accounting and Controlling
• Analytical Skills
• Confidentiality
• Organizational Awareness
• Communication – Written and Verbal
• Interpersonal Skills
• Accountability
• Planning

Qualifications:

• Education – degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA strongly preferred.
• Work Experience – 5+ years Accounting or Finance experience.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, ERP Systems (JDE preferred), EPM System (Tidemark) and Group Business Intelligence software (Microstrategy/Makila/Tableau). Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and working knowledge of HRIS/Payroll systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to engage in verbal and written communication for 50% or more of the workday
• Ability to perform visual inspections for 50% or more of the workday

Travel:

• This position will require occasional (approximately 10%) overnight travel.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not an employment contract. Ceva reserves the right to modify job duties and/or job descriptions at any time to meet the needs of the business.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor *Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceva encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
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• Responsible for accuracy, quality, timeliness and reliability of financial information reported for the NA Area business and support function (Finance, HR, IT, Purchase and Legal). Includes month-end reporting of P&L, working capital ratio (WCR) to the Area CFO and Director as well as corporate headquarters.
• Completes monthly business review templates for the NA Area and provides to Area CFO, Area VP and corporate headquarters.
• Manage and coordinate the annual ad-hoc estimate and budget process with each Business Unit/Country Controller and with headquarters Controlling.
• Oversees payroll data analysis and reporting. Administers bi-weekly payroll accounting journal entries for all U.S. legal entities. Completes monthly payroll and headcount variance analysis versus budget and previous year.
• Coordinates estimate and budget process for all payroll costs. Calculates and provides payroll costs to each department manager.
• Support and control/challenge what each Business Unit/Country Controller reports in terms of data and comments
• Provides detailed ad-hoc financial analysis for specific business units or upon request from senior leadership.
• Support Business Plan elaboration for Business development opportunitie