Financial Analyst: Forecasting, Analytics & Lean Improvement

Penske Logistics LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics LLC in Reading, PA is seeking a Finance Analyst to grow their career within the finance team. You will plan, forecast, and analyze financial results, linking them to the P&L, scope and volume changes, and process improvements using Lean principles.

The role emphasizes evaluating leasing vs buying options, communicating performance metrics to field teams, and contributing to additional projects as required. A bachelor’s degree in finance/economics/accounting is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as an Analyst.
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
• Bachelor's in Finance, Economics and/or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Effectively plan and forecast business results.
• Analyze and interpret financial results against proforma or business plan and assess impact on P&L, scope, volume and inefficiencies.
• Lead and direct development of financial strategies using PMT and LEAN principles to optimize leasing vs buying.
• Articulate the value proposition by identifying key metrics to measure Penske's performance.
• Contribute to other projects as assigned.

Skills

Analyst experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Penske Logistics LLC in Reading, PA is seeking a Finance Analyst to grow their career within the finance team. You will plan, forecast, and analyze financial results, linking them to the P&L, scope and volume changes, and process improvements using Lean principles.

The role emphasizes evaluating leasing vs buying options, communicating performance metrics to field teams, and contributing to additional projects as required. A bachelor’s degree in finance/economics/accounting is required.