Finance Analyst, FP&A

The ESAB Group Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

ESAB is seeking a Finance Analyst, FP&A to support financial planning and analysis. Based at our World Headquarters in North Bethesda, MD, you’ll provide regular and ad-hoc reports across Regions and assist with consolidation and reporting improvements.

Candidates should have a Finance/Accounting background, 0–3 years FP&A experience, and familiarity with consolidation systems, Hyperion, and FX strategy. Strong English, Excel, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 0-3 years of FP&A or financial reporting/analysis.
• Experience with international teams preferred.
• Certifications (ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CFA) a plus.
• Experience using consolidation systems and FX management.
• US GAAP knowledge and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide regular and ad-hoc reports to stakeholders.
• Improve current reports and develop new ones as needed.
• Coordinate with finance leaders and SSC teams.
• Consolidate and analyze YTD and project performance.
• Monitor P&L, SG&A, balance sheet, and cash flow.

Skills

Finance analytics

Excel

Reporting

Financial acumen

Verbal and written comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Hyperion

BPC

Job description

Job Description: There’s never been a better time to join our team. The thousands of ESAB associates located around the world share a common set of goals and values that drive our success and unparalleled innovation in fabrication technology and specialty gas control equipment. At ESAB, we value and respect everyone’s uniqueness and know that our experiences as individuals strengthen our company. And we know that our ability to collaborate, transform, and empower one another is what makes us unstoppable. With our culture of continuous improvement and innovation and our commitment to living our values, working at ESAB is a career experience like no other. We have more than 9,000 passionate associates in locations across six continents, and we empower our team members to shape the world we imagine every day. If you have a strong desire to be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge innovations and solutions and positively impacts the community, please check out our career opportunities. We help serve a diverse range of industries such as healthcare, automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, robotics, shipbuilding, and so much more.

Your Opportunity

The Finance Analyst, FP&A position is accountable for supporting the financial planning and analysis function for the organization, including regular and ad-hoc reports covering all Regions and consolidate roll-ups. The position also provides key support to the Finance Leadership and will be based at World Headquarters in North Bethesda, MD.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and providing regular and ad-hoc reports on a daily/weekly basis to stakeholders
• Continuous improvement of current reports used and development of new reports as necessary
• Liaison with various finance leaders across the business and in-house SSC teams
• Initiate improvements in financial processes
• Consolidate and analyze YTD and project financial performance
• Monitor and analyze Financial Statements (P&L, SG&A, Balance sheet and Cash Flow) Weekly/monthly, annual reporting and planning as well as the analysis of the figures (P&L and B/S)
• Weekly and monthly reporting check list activities, including balance sheet reviews and margin analysis and checking, fixed assets work and follow up of CAPEX
• Coordinating closing activities, budgeting, planning and budgetary control
• Support ad hoc and special projects/initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 0-3 years of experience in FP&A or financial reporting/analysis role.
• Experience working with international teams preferred.
• Related professional certifications (ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CFA) a plus
• Experience using financial consolidation systems/applications
• Prior working experience with Hyperion or BPC preferred
• Experience working with multiple currencies and optimizing the FX strategy of the company
• Solid knowledge of reporting frameworks (US GAAP) and process optimization
• Fluency in English language required

Competencies

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong financial acumen with ability to learn complex reporting systems and terminology quickly
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with all levels of stakeholders
• Team player with demonstrated ability to deliver quality work consistently
• Tough-Minded commitment to results with the ability multi-task and prioritize workload, retaining ownership and accountability under pressure
• Ability to prioritize and drive results in a fast-paced dynamic matrix environment

Work Environment

Hybrid - In office 3 days a week

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), religion, military/veteran status, national origin, marital status, family or caregiver responsibilities, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.

Pay Range: $83,329.00-$96,566.00

ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas:

• Manual welding and cutting equipment
• Welding consumables
• Welding automation
• Cutting systems

Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents.

ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding and cutting equipment and consumables. Our innovative, world-renowned equipment and solutions are developed with input from our customers and built with the expertise and heritage of a global manufacturing leader.