Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial AnalystThe Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for applying principles of accounting to perform general accounting duties. They work closely with the Business Controller and assists with the completion of timely and accurate monthly financial statements for the assigned business, including workpapers for assigned general ledger areas. The Senior Financial Analyst performs Fixed Assets Audits and ad hoc reporting and complies with all the requirements and deadlines of Finance North America.Assists Business Controller with month-end financial reporting and analysis, including generating and reconciling reports/schedules, researching general ledger transactions and initiating adjustment as needed.Prepares fixed asset capitalization and asset maintenance reports; works with finance and operations teams to timely and properly capitalize assets when ready for use. Performs annual review of fixed assets and works with finance and operations teams to retire or write off assets no longer in use.Supports internal departments by giving direction and providing accurate financial results.Analyzes actual results against expected performance and communicates areas for improvement.Assists Business Controller in the entire financial cycle, including budgeting/forecasting, internal and external audits, account analysis and reconciliations, inventory, and all other financial processes.May train junior members of the team.At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceRequired:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance7+ years of experience, including experience with month/year end closePreferred:2-3 years' experience with financial systems (Oracle Projects)Knowledge/ Skills/ AbilitiesLanguage Skills: English Advanced level proficiencyMathematical Skills: Advanced level proficiencyReasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced levelStrong business acumen/business awareness with solid technical and analytical backgroundStrong attention to detailStrong organizational and inter-personal skillsExcellent professional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deadlinesAbility to draw conclusions and make recommendations to different levels of managementAbility to thrive in a fast-paced and highly demanding environmentAbility to consistently exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significanceComputer SkillsMS Office Excel - Expert user level skillsMS Office Word and PowerPoint Intermediate user proficiencyExperience with financial systems (Oracle Projects)TravelOccasional travel required (5%-33%)Our BenefitsWe care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programsWealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus targetHappiness: Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement programWork-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)Physical Demands of the JobStand - Seldom (1% - 4%)Move or traverse - Seldom (1% - 4%)Sit - Frequent (34% - 66%)Use hands - keyboarding - Constant (67% - 100%)Reach with hands and arms - Frequent (34% - 66%)Climb or balance - Never (0%)Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Never (0%)Talk/hear - Frequent (34% - 66%)Taste/Smell - Never (0%)Lift/carry/push or pull - Occasional (5% - 33%)