Senior Business Analyst, Finance, Operations

Overview

This role supports finance and operations for a customer-focused account. Responsibilities include month-end closing, financial result analysis, budgeting and forecasting, invoice processing, and finance reporting. The position reports into the Area Senior Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end closing for assigned location(s), including appropriate accruals and journal entries
• Prepare and present financial result analysis to operations and leadership teams
• Serve as the customer’s finance expert for matters related to invoicing and external budgeting cycles (Annual Operating Plans and Quarterly PO Budgets)
• Review monthly expense postings for accuracy and prepare reclasses as needed
• Prepare and submit monthly invoices and related backup to the customer
• Create, analyze, and present internal budgets, periodic forecasts, and flash reporting as requested
• Provide periodic and ad hoc financial reporting by combining data from ERP systems, worksheets, and manual collection sources
• Create and review periodic labor productivity reporting and metrics
• Liaise with HR regarding accurate position/task/financial coding of employees
• Partner with temporary staffing agencies to confirm contracted hours, pay/bill rates, and related invoicing
• Review and approve A/P invoices for payment processing

Requirements

• 4-year Accounting/Finance degree required
• 5+ years of finance/accounting experience required to be considered for this position
• Prior experience with P&L analysis is required
• Strong understanding of internal and external budgeting and forecasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Prior experience in Logistics/Contract Logistics is a plus, but not required
• ERP software experience (SAP) helpful, not required

Skills For Success

• Strong time management
• Comfortable working in a quantitatively heavy role
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (customer and senior leadership facing)
• Ability to work both independently and with the team in an environment with ambiguity
• Must be able to pass any federal/state/local government, airport, or company-required background checks, clearances, and/or drug and alcohol tests

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected base pay range: $95,000.00 – $105,000.00 Annual
• Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
• Benefits details, eligibility, coverage options, and plan details are available through the company’s benefits showcase; eligibility and programs may vary by location and division based on applicable state and local laws.

Location

• USA – VIRTUAL – US Illinois

Equal Opportunity Employment

The employer is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Additional Information

• Sr Analyst will report into the Area Senior Finance Manager
• Growing account with potential for future advancement