Senior Financial Analyst

Generac Power Systems Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for the Home Solar & Storage division.

You will provide financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytic support to business leaders and corporate finance teams, consolidating results and developing long-range plans. You will prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting, deliver variance analysis, and create executive-level presentations to guide strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, FP&A, or financial analysis.
• Experience with budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience building financial models.
• Knowledge of month-end accruals and financial reporting processes.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and P&L analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual operating plan (AOP), quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes for the Home Solar & Storage business.
• Complete month end activities and reporting for the Home Solar & Storage P&L including topline, margin, operating expenses, EBITDA analysis as well as balance sheet support.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including variance analysis comparisons to several scenarios with explanations and financial drivers.
• Develop executive-level financial presentations and supporting exhibits for senior leadership reviews.
• Review and present financial results to key business stakeholders on a monthly basis with prepared variance analysis.
• Provide meaningful insights, recommendations and sensitivity analysis based on performance drivers, financial results and latest trends.
• Partner with business unit owners to understand the latest strategic initiatives and align the forecast to the latest business direction.
• Identify opportunities for automation, simplification, and standardization of reporting processes and support implementation efforts.

Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

P&L analysis

Excel modeling

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

BI tools

Excel

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Senior Financial Analyst, Home Solar & Storage, provides financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytical support. You will partner with business group leaders, corporate finance teams, and functional leaders to provide relevant insights that inform financial performance and support strategic decision‑making. You will consolidate financial results, develop long‑range plans, and enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Support the annual operating plan (AOP), quarterly forecast, and long‑range planning processes for the Home Solar & Storage business.
• Complete month end activities and reporting for the Home Solar & Storage P&L including topline, margin, operating expenses, EBITDA analysis as well as balance sheet support.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including variance analysis comparisons to several scenarios with explanations and financial drivers.
• Develop executive‑level financial presentations and supporting exhibits for senior leadership reviews.
• Review and present financial results to key business stakeholders on a monthly basis with prepared variance analysis.
• Provide meaning insights, recommendations and sensitivity analysis based on performance drivers, financial results and latest trends.
• Partner with business unit owners to understand the latest strategic initiatives and align the forecast to the latest business direction.
• Identify opportunities for automation, simplification, and standardization of reporting processes and support implementation efforts.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, FP&A, or financial analysis.
• Experience with budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience building financial models.
• Knowledge of month‑end accruals and financial reporting processes.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and P&L analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Experience managing a business unit P&L.
• Experience with SAP and Business Intelligence (BI) tools.
• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Experience working for a publicly traded company.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional projects and drive results.
• Understanding of GAAP and financial compliance principles.

#LI-KS1 “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.