Specialist, Financial Analysis

About the Role

The Specialist Financial Analysis reports to the Controller, Lindsay Plant and will play a key role in the continued evolution of the Company's accounting processes, systems, and controls. The individual in this role is expected to have a solid knowledge of accounting and finance principles, strong work ethic and a desire for learning and continuous improvement. As part of the Lindsay Finance Team, the individual in this role will work in a collaborative environment with all Lindsay departments to build relationships and accomplish objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and quarterly close activities, including analysis, validations, journal entries, and reconciliations in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and audit requirements
• Support internal and external audit requests and follow up on action items
• Track actual results against expected targets, identifying root causes for variances in purchase price variance (PPV), labor efficiency, and shipping rates
• Partner with plant manager, operation managers and supply chain teams to build annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and sales & operations planning (S&OP)
• Provide internal and external audit support
• Coordinate distribution of routine and ad hoc financial and cost accounting reports
• Manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines
• Apply critical thinking to identify risks, resolve issues, and communicate potential impacts to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years relevant accounting or finance experience
• Demonstrated analytical ability in a fast-paced work environment
• Ownership mentality to personally drive for results
• Excellent written and oral communication / interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• (Preferred) Working knowledge of cost accounting and standard cost systems

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase program

Schedule

Full-time position based in Omaha, Nebraska or Lindsay, Nebraska. Travel is expected to be minimal.