Senior Financial Analyst

General Description

Provides analytical support in fundamental FP&A activities, including preparation of monthly reporting and variance analysis. Supports the preparation of materials for upper management meetings as well as ad hoc reporting. Ability to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to problem solve and make decisions. Confidently interacts with cross functional business partners and people with budgetary responsibility. Participates in operational discussions focused on improved efficiencies and/or improved profitability. This role reports directly to the Finance Manager.

profit improvement.

Essential job functions

· Provides on-going analytical support to management including preparing budgets and forecasts, and supporting the portfolio review, strategic planning and budget processes for assigned areas of responsibility.

· Conducts monthly reporting and variance analysis in a timely manner and maintains a consistent internal reporting structure.

· Consolidates financial results for assigned functional areas for close, forecast and budget periods.

· Supports the FP&A group in development and maintenance of financial reports.

· Provides input for continuous improvement and support of budgeting and forecasting processes.

· Owns the execution and distribution of standardized monthly management reports based on operational and financial performance for the assigned areas of responsibility; work with cost center/department managers to review these dashboards and complete analysis of variances.

· Track and analyze results to ensure visibility and progress towards targets. Work with business management to accelerate the achievement of strategic and financial goals.

· Provide insightful and actionable analysis of results/plans/forecasts to identify emerging trends, key risks and opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow generation and return on invested capital.

· Initiate and execute value-added analysis to drive improved decision-making, operating performance and strategy development. Examples: competitive analysis/benchmarking, working capital efficiency, industry forecasts & drivers.

· Assists in the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors meetings and provides ad hoc analytical reporting.

· Independently manages business partner relationships.

Top Requirements:

• 3-5 years of technical financial modeling skills.
• Strong Excel a must/ PowerBI +
• Strong forecasting abilities.
• Ability to work closely with operations across multiple locations, with strong communication skills.
• Experience in modeling, revenue analysis, and operations management.
• Preferably 3 to 5 years of dealership experience.