Financial Analyst, Sr.

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Business Analyst (Finance) to support Solar manufacturing operations. This role serves as a strategic partner to plant leadership and cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and supply chain. Responsibilities include analyzing plant performance, managing costs, and supporting financial planning through budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.

Responsibilities

• Partner with manufacturing, operations, engineering, and supply chain leaders to monitor and improve business performance
• Lead monthly financial reporting, analysis, and close activities for the division
• Analyze actual results versus budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers of variances
• Support plant and division leadership with cost analysis, performance metrics, and financial recommendations
• Monitor spending and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies
• Perform detailed analysis of manufacturing costs, including labor, overhead, inventory, and capital projects
• Contribute to annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
• Develop and deliver meaningful financial reports, KPIs, and operational performance metrics to business leaders
• Ensure accuracy of general ledger transactions, reconciliations, and financial records
• Support internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit activities
• Drive process improvements in financial reporting, systems, and data visibility

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or operations finance, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting month-end close processes and financial statement analysis
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures, inventory accounting, and standard costing
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide strategic financial recommendations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or CMA certification
• MBA or advanced degree
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar financial systems
• Experience supporting plant or manufacturing finance functions
• Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Company-paid life insurance and disability programs
• Wellness programs including fitness benefits and disease management
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions up to 4%
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives aligned with company success

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination is prohibited based on race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws.