Senior Financial Analyst

J.f.-Brennan-Company,-Inc.; West La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to partner with accounting and leaders to provide financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support that strengthen business performance and growth.

The role leads process improvements, mentors teammates, and drives analytics to enhance financial systems, reporting, and decision-making across Brennan's marine infrastructure and environmental services divisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in accounting, business, economics or finance.
• Minimum of three years of progressive financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, or reporting experience.
• CPA preferred or CCIFP certification targeted within two years of hire.
• Advanced forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling skills.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting expertise.
• Analytical problem-solving with the ability to translate data into actionable guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance including revenue, expenses, cash flow and metrics to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to support planning and decision-making.
• Review financial statements for accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Lead variance analyses with insights and recommendations for leadership.
• Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts with department leaders.
• Design and maintain financial reporting tools and dashboards for analysis.
• Collaborate across departments to improve results and reporting accuracy.
• Lead projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.
• Deliver timely, accurate financial information to management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial modeling

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance or equivalent experience

CPA preferred

CCIFP certification within two years

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

The Senior Financial Analyst partners with accounting and leaders across Brennan to provide financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support that strengthen business performance and support continued growth. This role analyzes financial and operational results, identifies trends, risks, and opportunities, and turns complex information into clear, practical recommendations that help our teams make informed decisions.

The Senior Financial Analyst also leads initiatives to improve financial processes, systems, reporting, and analytics while sharing knowledge and mentoring other team members. At Brennan, our people work together to take on complex projects, solve difficult problems, and help shape the future of marine infrastructure and environmental services. This position offers the opportunity to contribute new ideas, influence important decisions, and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative organization built on trust, open communication, and strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance, including revenue, expenses, cash flow, balance sheet and operational metrics, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts that support planning and organizational decision-making
• Review and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Lead the preparation of variance analyses, providing meaningful insights and recommendations to leadership and business partners.
• Prepare annual operating budgets and monthly forecasts while partnering with department leaders to monitor financial performance against established goals.
• Design, develop, and maintain financial reporting tools, dashboards, and insightful spreadsheets that support accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis.
• Collaborate with all departments to improve financial results, reporting accuracy, and organizational performance.
• Lead assigned projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial information to management.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting
• CPA preferred, current CCIFP (Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional) or certification within two years hire.
• Advanced financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling skills.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft platform and financial reporting systems; experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present financial information to personnel across the organization.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence decision-making across multiple departments.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to mentor team members and lead projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Who is Brennan?

Since 1919, J.F. Brennan Company (Brennan) has delivered specialized marine construction, environmental remediation, and waterfront infrastructure solutions across the United States. Headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with additional offices throughout the country, we support complex projects from coast to coast with a strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and teamwork.

As a family-owned company, we take pride in building a culture where people are supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. Our teams work on meaningful projects that improve waterways, strengthen infrastructure, and help protect the environment, all while collaborating with talented professionals who care deeply about the work and each other.

At Brennan, you’ll find opportunities to make an impact, contribute new ideas, and build a rewarding career alongside people who are passionate about what they do.

• Ourculture sets us apart . We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
• Our focus onsafety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
• We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation.
• We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

J.F. Brennan Company Inc. (“Brennan”) and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan’s resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan’s Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.

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