Finance Analyst – Financial Planning and Analysis

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 122,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader seeks a Finance Analyst for Financial Planning and Analysis in Minnesota. The candidate will analyze financials, drive efficiencies, and collaborate cross-functionally. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of finance experience. Competitive salary range of $122,292 - $149,468 based on qualifications and location. This role is on-site and offers no relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in finance and/or accounting in any environment.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financials to drive efficiencies and performance management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for insights on key trends.
• Lead forecasting, planning and reporting processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Performance management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Influencing skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

SAP expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

SAP

PeopleSoft

Finance Dashboard

Job description

Finance Analyst – Financial Planning and Analysis

Finance Analyst – Financial Planning and Analysis at 3M. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing financials to drive efficiencies, performance management, planning cycles, and resource allocation across the Consumer Business Group to meet financial and operating targets
• Engaging with FP&A teams in other Areas/Divisions within CBG, other 3M Business Groups, and Corporate FP&A to understand upcoming requirements and share best practices
• Utilizing CXO to create a suite of standard business reports, driving productivity across the organization
• Leveraging data across multiple systems and platforms to drive financial reporting/analytics for QFR, QOR, Monthly Estimates, Strat Plan, Operating Plan, and Weekly Trackers
• Collaborating cross-functionally to validate and provide insights for key trends, indicators and performance for revenue, operating expenses and working capital
• Leading short- and long-term forecasting, planning and reporting processes, as well as providing overall financial guidance
• Enhancing financial and analytical rigor across the finance function and increasing the use of daily/weekly management
• Identifying and implementing ways to streamline current processes and drive additional efficiency and rigor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience in finance and/or accounting in a private, public, government, or military environment

Preferred/Additional Qualifications

• MBA or Finance Graduate degree
• Strong financial acumen — ability to translate complex business problems into financial terms
• Strong experience and ability to influence the organization
• Solid understanding of multiple workstreams and how they come together
• Self-starter with the ability to drive change
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Fluency in using SAP, PeopleSoft, Longview, BW, Finance Dashboard, and other 3M financial platforms/systems to extract data

Location and Travel

• Work location: On-site, Maplewood, MN
• Travel: May include up to 10% domestic
• Relocation Assistance: Not authorized
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B)

Additional Information

3M offers programs to support well-being and competitive pay and benefits. The expected compensation range for this position is $122,292 - $149,468 (US applicants). Specific compensation may vary based on factors including knowledge, training, skills, location, and experience. 3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: This description reflects the information provided in the original posting and may include terms that are subject to change.