Senior Finance Analyst

Protective Industrial Products; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Protective Industrial Products is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to support the Supply Chain Finance function in Charlotte, NC. The role partners with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Finance leadership to improve financial performance and drive productivity.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis, translating complex results into actionable recommendations for senior leadership."

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, Supply Chain/Operations Finance, or related role.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with ERP and planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for Supply Chain.
• Develop financial models to understand key business drivers and support decision making.
• Support monthly financial close activities and ensure accurate reporting.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate insights to leadership.
• Provide clear insight into financial performance and drive recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst

#4357

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Position Type

Full-time

Working Arrangement

In Office

Job Summary

The Senior Finance Analyst – Supply Chain Finance supports the financial management and performance of the Supply Chain organization by providing financial analysis, reporting, forecasting and decision support. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Finance leadership to improve financial performance, identify opportunities for productivity and simplification, and provide insight into key business drivers. The ideal candidate for this role is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable with managing large data sets.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes for Supply chain
• Develop financial models to understand key business drivers, while supporting strategic business decision making
• Support monthly financial close activities and ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate key insights to Finance and Operations leadership
• Ensure forecast accuracy and alignment across functions and business units

Performance Management & Analysis

• Assist with the preparation of management reports, financial presentations, and business reviews
• Work with site finance teams to gain an understanding of variance drivers
• Provide clear insight into financial performance, trends, risks, and opportunities
• Translate complex financial results into actionable recommendations for leadership

Strategic & Operational Decision Support

• Partner with Finance and Operations leadership on capacity planning, cost optimization, and investment decisions
• Support business cases for capital investments, restructuring, growth initiatives, and M&A activity as applicable
• Evaluate return on investment and scenario outcomes to guide decision‑making

Cross‑Functional Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted finance partner to global and regional Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Corporate teams
• Align financial plans with operational execution and commercial strategy
• Drive financial discipline and accountability across the organization

Systems, Processes & Controls

• Leverage ERP, planning, and BI tools to improve forecasting, reporting, and insight delivery
• Partner with Data Analytics team to build Global PowerBI datasets and analytical tools
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and adherence to financial policies
• Support internal and external audit requirements related to planning and reporting

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in FP&A, Supply Chain/Operations Finance, internal reporting, or related role
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and trends
• Strategic mindset with ability to translate financial metrics into actionable business strategies
• Maintains confidentiality, discretion and protects sensitive information
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with ability to interact with all levels of management and present financial information clearly to all stakeholders
• Ability to see the global scope of business operations, coupled with sound business acumen and problem-solving skills
• Meets timelines and builds relationships in a global organization
• A proven self-starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can adapt quickly
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong financial planning, forecasting, and modeling expertise
• Deep understanding of industrial cost structures and operational drivers
• Ability to influence senior leaders through data‑driven insights
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with ERP and planning tools

Area of Interest

Finance

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