Sr. Financial Analyst
Robert Half · Marlborough, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteSalesTemporary
Responsibilities
- Analyze global sales activity and order backlog trends, delivering reporting that goes beyond data compilation to highlight risks, patterns, and forward-looking business insights.
- Produce and circulate a weekly 13-week cash flow outlook, maintaining accuracy in Excel-based models while identifying opportunities to simplify and automate the process.
- Lead the ongoing rolling forecast cycle using Workday Adaptive Planning, ensuring timely updates and alignment with current business performance.
- Develop monthly financial reporting packages and executive-level analysis for stakeholders, including clear presentation materials in PowerPoint.
- Support the annual budgeting process by gathering inputs, validating assumptions, and helping consolidate financial plans across the business.
- Create financial presentations and ad hoc analyses for leadership to support planning discussions, operating reviews, and strategic decision-making.
- Evaluate reporting workflows and recommend AI-driven or system-enabled improvements that increase speed, consistency, and analytical value.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen financial visibility across operations, revenue performance, and planning activities.
Requirements
- Strong background in corporate FP&A with hands-on experience in financial planning, forecasting, and performance reporting.
- Proficiency with Workday Adaptive Planning and Oracle in a financial analysis or planning environment.
- Experience using business intelligence and reporting platforms such as Power BI or Tableau to build actionable insights.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare cash flow forecasts, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, and ad hoc financial evaluations.
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manage complex models and reporting schedules.
- Strong communication skills with experience preparing presentations and financial materials for senior leadership or investors.
- Mechanical engineering or related field preferred, particularly in environments with operational and commercial performance analysis.
Qualifications
- BS/BA degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis and planning.
- Experience in manufacturing industry, especially in environments with operational and commercial performance analysis, is preferred.
Skills
- Financial modeling
- Forecasting and variance analysis
- Business intelligence and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Excel proficiency
- Communication and presentation skills
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
- Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits
- Free online training
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility
Pay
TBD
Schedule
TBD