Senior Financial Analyst

2 months ago


Chicago, United States Merieux NutriSciences Full time

Senior Financial Analyst

Chicago

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in 401 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60611 USA. Your mission will be to:

Position Summary

The Senior Analyst will be an integral member of the North America Financial Planning & Analysis department. The Senior Analyst will be responsible for assisting with the development and deployment of financial targets, reporting and analysis of financial results, recommending course corrections to ensure financial targets are met. Timely and accurate information to enhance management decisions are the key success factors in this role.


Qualifications Required

  • Bachelor's Degree required

  • Broad knowledge of Financial Planning & Analysis. Knowledge of general accounting practices is necessary for regular communication with the General Ledger team.

  • Knowledge of Cost Accounting is needed to accurately cost out our products and perform variance analysis.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with senior management and coordinate with business partners to achieve desired results.

  • Must be able to analyze financial results and assess financial/strategic impacts of business decisions.

  • Proficiency in cash flow, balance sheet and income statement analysis, and budgeting process.

  • Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple projects simultaneously


Qualifications Desired

  • Master's Degree

  • Experience with financial databases such as Oracle, SAP, JDE are positives.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Assist in the annual budget process including meeting timelines and deliverables, while partnering with business leads to identify and report key performance indicators.

  • Help drive implementation and maintenance of software tools that support financial consolidation and reporting.

  • Manage the analysis/documentation of ad hoc requests as required by the CFO, Director of FP&A, and other functional leaders. These include but are not limited to: sales proposals, discounted cash flow analysis, pricing, volumes, and standard cost interpretation.

  • Perform financial evaluations, risk analysis and advice regarding new products, R&D projects, investment proposals and contracts.

  • Direct the preparation of the free cash flow plan and forecast analysis on a monthly and annual basis.

  • Develop presentations including charts to provide senior management with an outlook to both near and long term financial results.

  • Develop pro-forma financial models as needed to support investment decisions and support Industrial Performance and Purchasing functional initiatives to ensure achievement of targets, goals, and objectives.

  • Other related duties as assigned.

  • At any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.


Communication

  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with both corporate and non corporate employees that will help facilitate effective communication of business needs. This position coordinates with other accounting functions, laboratories and other service departments to complete the necessary tasks.

  • Suppliers and outside vendors occasionally.


YOUR PROFILE

Success Factors / Job Competencies

  • Attention to Detail

  • Analytical Skills

  • Problem Solving

  • Strong Excel Skills

  • Communication with other departments

  • Team Collaboration


Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Work is performed in a typical office setting.

  • The noise level is usually quiet.

  • May occasionally be required to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, especially during financial reporting periods.

  • Minimal exposure to health or safety hazards.

  • Regularly required to sit for long periods, use hands to type, handle documents, and operate office equipment.

  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

  • May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision for reviewing detailed financial documents.


Travel

  • No travel required.

WHY JOIN US?

  • Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
  • Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
  • Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
  • Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
  • Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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