Sr. Financial Analyst

Komatsu; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Vacation & holidays

Employee assistance

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Komatsu in Chicago is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to lead consolidation and analysis across North America for construction, mining, forestry and forklift segments. You will drive monthly close, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, partnering with business leaders to provide actionable financial insights.

The role emphasizes process improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and the use of OneStream, SAP COPA data, and Power BI to deliver accurate results and support strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 3-5 years of accounting, analysis, and/or finance experience.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, technical, organizational, verbal and written communications; leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work with customers and internal departments to achieve results, building relationships.
• Subject matter expert in information systems deployment, capability for enterprise systems management; knowledge of OneStream, BI, SAP (COPA data, KE24); proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel; AI tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support, lead and perform monthly close and analysis of Komatsu North America financials (sales, margins, expenses, headcount, capex).
• Prepare monthly financial reporting package with accurate operating results.
• Identify, implement, and share financial reporting best practices.
• Provide written commentary on month-end results for leadership; partner with corporate leaders for financial recommendations.
• Assist in templates, data collection, and schedules for consolidated financials and budget/outlook.
• Consolidate quarterly/annual financial plans (P&L, balance sheet, units) and analyze key drivers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Excel

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

OneStream

Power BI

SAP COPA data

KE24

AI tools

Job description

Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60631 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53204-2941

Onsite or Remote: Hybrid Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst North America will assist and lead in the consolidation of Construction, Mining, Forestry and Forklift financial plans, analysis and monthly reporting of results. This position plays a key role in our financial planning and analysis teams supporting both business stakeholders and our executive leadership teams. The Senior Financial Analyst will also play a key role in driving process improvement initiatives, and other projects within Komatsu North America (KNA).

Key Job Responsibilities

Monthly Close and Reporting:

• Support, lead and perform the monthly review and analysis of the Komatsu North America financials. Analysis will include sales, margins, expenses, invested capital, capital expenditures, and headcount. Follow-up with business unit and operational stakeholders as needed to investigate key drivers.
• Complete the preparation of a monthly financial reporting package that provides a consistent, accurate report of operating results.
• Search out and implement financial reporting best practices.
• Complete, review and provide written commentary on month end results provided to leadership.
• Establish partnerships with key corporate business leaders to provide financial recommendations that support business objectives. This includes business plan development, creating monthly reporting, and providing financial recommendations that support business objectives.
• Assist in any additional request from the North America finance and accounting team. This includes submission of financials and support schedules for the consolidated financials and timely completion of budget and outlook schedules.

Financial Forecasts & Budgets:

• Review and prepare the consolidation of financial plans on a quarterly and annual basis including Units, P&L, and Balance Sheet. Identify key business drivers and provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Compare outlooks with prior actual results and plans to understand and articulate the key drivers of significant changes. Challenge inaccurate or unreasonable items.
• Assist in communicating the financial planning cycle requirements, assumptions, templates, and due dates to KNA locations (primarily KAC locations to begin), operations, and cost center managers.
• Provide support, training, etc. to effectively manage change in templates or process.
• Support the financial planning cycle by managing the preparation and design of templates that will be used to gather relevant data from KNA locations (primarily KAC locations to begin), operations, and cost center managers.
• Compile the monthly and quarterly capital approval and spend reports and the consolidation of annual 3-Year Capital Expenditure (Capex) plan.
• Compile and analyze the headcount budget submission from business units, ensuring completeness and accuracy, headcount justification.
• Assist in the preparation of presentation slides for consolidated KNA reviews (primarily KAC) and Management Committee meetings.

Initiative/Project Work:

• Perform ad hoc requests and analysis required to achieve company goals and increase overall company profitability. This includes projects such as implementation of new planning or ERP software, development of reporting for new business units, creation of new reports to add value and build efficiencies for the team.

Analysis and Reporting:

• Complete, review and compile the consolidated financials statements for Komatsu North America wholesale business providing analysis on the P&L and balance sheet. Leverage tools and develop of reporting through SAP, OneStream, Power BI, AI, and Excel tools.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 3-5 years of accounting, analysis, and/or finance experience
• Emphasis on strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, technical, organizational, verbal and written communications, leadership and management skills
• Ability to work with customers, motivate employees and work with internal departments to achieve desired results. Emphasis on indirect influence and building relationships
• Subject matter expert level & expertise in information systems deployment, utilization, and capabilities for and-of enterprise systems management. Strong knowledge of OneStream, BI, SAP (COPA data, KE24). Ability to use Microsoft Office software products. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Ability to leverage AI products (ChatGPT, Microsoft CoPilot) is a plus

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $98,100. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.