Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the company’s financial close, consolidation, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Support the collection, input, and validation of forecast, budget, and long-range plan data.
• Aid in the creation of executive-level presentations for forecast and budget reviews.
• Participate in month-end close activities, including variance analysis and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for internal stakeholders.
• Provide analytical and system support to global finance teams for consolidation, budgeting, and forecasting efforts.
• Lead and support various ad hoc financial analysis projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive FP&A, Finance, and/or Accounting experience, preferably within a global manufacturing or industrial organization.
• Proficient in Oracle Smart View, Oracle Financial Close and Consolidation (FCC), Oracle EPM Planning, or Hyperion HFM/Planning.
• Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Oracle ERP is a plus.
• Familiarity with vertically integrated manufacturing operations is preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Proficient in blending financial acumen with systems thinking to enhance reporting and process efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Tech-savvy with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across global teams.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!