Senior Financial Analyst

About the role

The Gordon Flesch Company is an employer of choice in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio. We strive to recognize and appreciate our associates' commitment, creativity, and daily contributions to our customers and the community.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial reporting, analysts, forecasts, and budgets for divisional and corporate leadership.
• Support select accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and coordination of financial data between billing systems and the main ERP.
• Analyze financial results, customer profitability, and key revenue and cost drivers.
• Communicate actionable insights to leadership.
• Prepare and analyze monthly departmental financial statements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close process, including reconciling general ledger accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Lead monthly financial results discussions with leadership teams and provide thought leadership in ad hoc strategic discussions with cross-divisional leadership when necessary.
• Lead monthly forecasting process and annual budget process within assigned department.
• Work closely with divisional leadership team to identify trends and relationships which will aid in the forecast and budget processes.
• Develop & build financial models for Company divisions and branches.
• Perform tasks in coordination with other financial analysts to ensure efficiency in delivery of services and adequacy of backup.
• Participate as finance team representative in divisional and cross-divisional projects as needed.
• Generate suggestions for improving processes and workflows and work effectively with management and other departments to implement any changes.
• Evaluate financial impact of Corporate initiatives and communicate to divisional leadership as needs arise.
• Support pricing discussions, marketing initiatives, sales programs, and sales promotions through financial analysis and presentation.
• Support the annual audit and tax processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in finance / accounting, including strategic analysis and thought leadership.
• Experience in general ledger maintenance and financial reporting.
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills, including planning and facilitating monthly and ad hoc meetings.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• No relocation assistance provided.

Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Reporting
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

The Gordon Flesch Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Personal Time, Vacation Time, 401(k) and 401(k) match, a Wellness Program, and more. For full details of our Benefits Program, please visit: www.gflesch.com/careers.

Pay

Salary for this position is based on level of experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.

Benefits

The Gordon Flesch Company offers Medical, Dental, Personal Time, Vacation Time, 401(k) and 401(k) match, a Wellness Program, and many other benefits. For full details of our Benefits Program, please visit: www.gflesch.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gordon Flesch Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.