Senior Financial Analyst

Essex Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Solutions seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning support for management. You will analyze sales, margins, and plant P&L, delivering actionable insights and accurate reports to guide decisions.

Collaborating across Sales, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, Pricing, and Finance, you will build financial models and forecasts, support budgets, and continuously improve reporting and planning processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5–6 years of related financial analysis, FP&A, or comparable experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency with financial statements, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience building financial models and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
• Lead and support sales and margin analysis, identifying trends and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain sales and margin forecasts with Finance, Sales, Pricing, and Operations.
• Analyze manufacturing plant P&L performance, including revenue, margins, costs, and drivers.
• Prepare recurring financial reports and management presentations for leadership.
• Compare actual results against budgets and forecasts; investigate variances and communicate findings.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Collaborate with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, and Pricing teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Business Intelligence systems

Databases

Statistical software

Financial systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business planning support to Finance Management. This position will play a key role in analyzing sales and margins, developing financial forecasts, monitoring manufacturing plant P&L performance, and providing actionable insights to support business decisions.

The Senior Financial Analyst will work cross-functionally with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, Pricing, and other business partners to analyze financial performance, identify trends and opportunities, and provide meaningful financial information to management.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis to support business planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
• Lead and support sales and margin analysis, including identifying trends, variances, drivers, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain sales and margin forecasts in collaboration with Finance, Sales, Pricing, and Operations teams.
• Analyze manufacturing plant P&L performance, including revenue, margins, costs, and key financial drivers.
• Prepare recurring financial reports, management reporting, and presentations that provide clear insight into business performance.
• Analyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior-period performance; investigate significant variances and communicate key findings.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Partner with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, and Pricing teams to gather, validate, and analyze financial and operational data.
• Develop financial models and analytical tools to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through quantitative and statistical analysis.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to Finance Management to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested by Finance leadership.
• Ensure financial data and reporting are accurate, timely, and consistent with company standards.
• Continuously improve financial reporting, forecasting processes, and analytical tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5–6 years of related financial analysis, accounting, FP&A, or comparable experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Proficiency with statistical software, financial systems, databases, and analytical tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing financial models and reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify trends, variances, and financial drivers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with sales and margin analysis, pricing, and profitability analysis.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing plant P&L performance.
• Experience with ERP, financial planning, or business intelligence systems.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Accounting, and Supply Chain teams.
• Experience with statistical analysis, forecasting methodologies, and financial modeling.

Key Competencies

• Financial & Business Acumen
• Financial Analysis & Modeling
• Forecasting & Planning
• Sales & Margin Analysis
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Data Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Continuous Improvement