Financial Analyst

Pentair plc; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous 401(k)

Employee stock purchase program

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Parental leave

Caregiver leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Pentair is seeking a Financial Analyst for our Hanover Park, IL team. You will provide financial analysis and act as a business partner to the Commercial Water Solutions segment, collaborating daily with manufacturing to improve reporting and productivity.

You will prepare regular financial and operational reports, support month-end activities, and assist with planning, forecasting, and capital project reviews. A strong focus on accuracy, communication, and cross-functional teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of finance experience, preferably in a global manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong analytical, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, general accounting, budgeting, and cost accounting.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong reporting and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn new concepts quickly.
• Experience with BI, reporting, and ERP systems (Power BI, Denodo, OneStream, QAD, SAP, or JDE) preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be a valued and integral part of our global organization, engaging with various levels of leadership.
• Work closely with our manufacturing team by continuously improving our reporting processes and operational productivity.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial and operation reports.
• Support month-end activities.
• Support Site Leader and Finance Leadership with analysis and presentation of monthly expense and absorption variances.
• Partner with Site Leader and Mfg. Finance Manager to prepare weekly outlooks, monthly rolling forecasts, and the annual plan.
• Support monthly capital project review meetings, monitor project spending, track progress against approved budgets, and coordinate timely project closures in accordance with company policies.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP systems

Cross-functional teamwork

Variance analysis

BI tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Denodo

OneStream

QAD

SAP

JDE

Job description

Job Description: At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will be responsible for providing financial analysis and business partnerships to the Commercial Water Solutions business segment. This role will work closely with the manufacturing team on a daily basis and contribute to various financial activities, including database analysis, supply chain coordination, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting. This role will be reported to the Manufacturing Finance Manager.

You will:

• Be a valued and integral part of our global organization, engaging with various levels of leadership.


• Work closely with our manufacturing team by continuously improving our reporting processes and operational productivity.


• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial and operation reports.


• Support month-end activities.


• Support Site Leader and Finance Leadership with analysis and presentation of monthly expense and absorption variances.


• Partner with Site Leader and Mfg. Finance Manager to prepare weekly outlooks, monthly rolling forecasts, and the annual plan.


• Support monthly capital project review meetings, monitor project spending, track progress against approved budgets, and coordinate timely project closures in accordance with company policies.

Grow with our finance and manufacturing team, and overall organization in a culture that fosters respect and teamwork, positive energy, customer first, absolute integrity, innovation and adaptability, and accountability for performance.

Key Qualifications:

• 2+ years of finance experience, preferably in a global manufacturing or distribution environment.


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.


• Strong analytical, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.


• Solid understanding of financial statements, general accounting, budgeting, and cost accounting.


• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.


• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.


• Detail-oriented with strong reporting and problem-solving skills.


• Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn new concepts quickly.


• Experience with BI, reporting, and ERP systems (Power BI, Denodo, OneStream, QAD, SAP, or JDE) preferred.


• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles preferred.

Compensation: For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $61200 - $113600 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as, annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

• Health benefits


• A generous 401(k)


• Employee stock purchase program


• Disability benefits


• Life insurance


• Critical illness insurance


• Accident insurance


• Parental leave


• Caregiver leave


• Tuition reimbursement


• Paid time off


• Wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.

At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.