Senior Financial Analyst

Overview

A leading specialty chemicals company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their business unit. This is a fully remote position open to candidates based in the United States. The role reports directly to the Business Unit CFO and plays a significant part within the Finance function.

Responsibilities

• Report monthly and quarterly financial performance, forecasting, and annual budgeting for the Americas region.
• Support the Americas General Manager for the Business Unit.
• Lead economic evaluations of major research and capital projects, providing decision support for U.S. plants.
• Analyze variances and provide management commentary, including explanations related to volume, price, cost, and exchange rate impacts.
• Prepare management presentations and lead monthly results calls with senior management.
• Control SG&A spending and provide relevant analysis and spend bridges to leadership.
• Proactively recommend improvements to business performance to the global management team.
• Participate in special projects and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to internal customers as needed.
• Travel less than 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in Accounting or Finance, including at least 1-2 years in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
• Strong analytical skills with a background in financial planning and analysis.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Basic knowledge of SAP, Power BI, and Qliktech or similar ERP and analytical/query applications.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with flexibility and adaptability.
• Customer-focused with effective communication skills.
• Self-directed and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or cost accounting.
• Background in manufacturing or chemical manufacturing industries.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA credentials are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers an industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including pay-for-performance incentive plans. Opportunities for development and advancement are available within the global organization.

Location

This is a fully remote position for candidates based in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters will not be accepted unless a signed recruiting agreement is in place for a specific position.