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HP

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in business or finance, 7-10 years of relevant experience, CPA and CFA certifications, strong financial analysis skills, and proficiency in SAP and data analysis.
  • You will lead financial analysis, drive process improvements, collaborate with business leaders, mentor junior staff, and oversee strategic initiatives across functions while representing the organization externally.

Requirements

  • Four-year or Graduate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
  • Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in financial management, internal audit, accounting, or a related field.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • Accounting
  • Auditing
  • Automation
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analysis
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Financial Planning
  • Financial Services
  • Financial Statements
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Internal Controls
  • Investments
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Process Improvement
  • Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
  • SAP Applications
  • Variance Analysis
  • Effective Communication
  • Results Orientation
  • Learning Agility
  • Digital Fluency
  • Customer Centricity

Responsibilities

  • Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and participates in cross-functional initiatives.
  • Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies.
  • Collaborates with business leaders to guide and influence strategic decision-making within a broad scope.
  • Performs complex and occasionally highly complex financial analysis for a financial function or business, utilizing strong business understanding to achieve objectives effectively.
  • Leads and drives business initiatives, overseeing analysts across multiple sub-functions within finance.
  • Forecasts financial results within a broad scope and identifies opportunities for process improvement and policy development, actively engaging in their design and implementation.
  • Represents the business unit during cross-regional or cross-functional planning processes.
  • Represents the organization to external customers and clients.
  • Applies advanced subject matter knowledge, leads, and contributes to complex projects, and exercises independent judgment in resolving business issues and establishing policies.
  • Develops and builds productive internal/external working relationships and provides mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Financial Analyst?

The primary responsibilities include leading project teams, guiding process improvements, performing complex financial analysis, forecasting financial results, representing the business unit, and mentoring lower-level employees.

What kind of educational background is preferred for this position?

A four-year or graduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred, along with commensurate work experience.

What is the required work experience for this role?

Typically, 7-10 years of work experience is required, preferably in financial management, internal audit, accounting, or a related field.

Are there any preferred certifications for this job?

Yes, preferred certifications include Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Financial Analyst (CFA).

What specific skills are important for the Senior Financial Analyst role?

Important skills include accounting, financial analysis, financial modeling, data analysis, process improvement, corporate finance, and variance analysis, among others.

What cross-organizational skills are emphasized for this position?

Effective communication, results orientation, learning agility, digital fluency, and customer centricity are emphasized as important cross-organizational skills.

How significant is the impact of this role on the organization?

The role significantly impacts the function by leading or providing expertise to project teams and participating in cross-functional initiatives.

What type of problems will the Senior Financial Analyst be working on?

The Senior Financial Analyst will work on complex problems that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.

Will the Senior Financial Analyst represent the company externally?

Yes, the Senior Financial Analyst will represent the organization to external customers and clients.

Is there an opportunity for mentorship in this role?

Yes, the Senior Financial Analyst is expected to provide mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees.

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