Senior Financial Analyst

Penske Truck Leasing Co.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. in Reading, PA seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to analyze data across Finance processes and design databases to improve compliance and efficiency.

The role requires querying data, mapping processes, and drawing clear conclusions to identify opportunities for improvement. Responsibilities include monthly reports, ROI evaluation, and developing automated solutions for financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting.
• MBA, CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong analytical and written/spoken communication required.
• Data mining and reporting tools experience preferred (Crystal, BO).

Responsibilities

• Query and analyze data for trends and impact on financial operations.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance, Field Finance and Payroll.
• Prepare monthly reports and financial analyses.
• Support process improvement projects and KPI development.
• Develop and calculate measures/metrics for performance.
• Assist with ROI analysis for projects and initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Process mapping

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics/Accounting

MBA/CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

Crystal Reports

Business Objects

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

A Penske Senior Financial Analyst provides analysis and metrics for Finance core processes and be responsible for knowledge of all systems. The position will require the ability to design, develop, implement, and maintain databases to ensure process compliance requirements and efficiencies are met. The ability to query, analyze data, and map detailed processes coupled with analytical skills will enable the associate to draw clear and concise conclusions and identify improvement opportunities.

Major Responsibilities

• Query and analyze data for trends and impact on field operations.
• Act as liaison with Corporate Finance, Field Finance and Corporate Payroll.
• Prepare monthly reports and financial analysis.
• Support departmental improvement projects in the areas of process management.
• Develop and calculate measures/metrics.
• Assist Leadership Team in developing ROI for projects and initiatives.
• Analyze, develop, and provide automated solutions impacting financial controllership.
• Develop automated solutions for analysis around financial statement relationships.
• Facilitate automated solutions via multiple applications related to cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in identifying & building process for cost recovery opportunities
• Participate in solutions development projects
• Analysis of financial statement trends
• Development and calculation of measures
• Participate in monthly close process
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• At least 3 years financial analytics experience required
• At least 3 years of business or operational experience preferred
• Bachelor's in Finance, Economics and/or Accounting required
• MBA, CPA or CMA preferred
• Strong analytical skills required
• Independent problem solving skills required
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Process mapping experience required.
• Data mining and report tool (experience Crystal, Business Objects, etc.) preferred
• Quality program certification (Six Sigma, ISO, LEAN, etc.) preferred
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel and Access required
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Powerpoint required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required

Physical Requirements

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Finance/Accounting

Job Family: Finance

Address: 100 Gundy Drive

Primary Location: US-PA-Reading

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2611884