Sr. Financial Analyst, Specialty Products

GAF; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GAF seeks a Senior FP&A Analyst for Specialty Products to drive financial analysis of the GAF Energy, Standard Logistics, and Specialty Granules segments. You will partner with the Finance team to deliver accurate forecasts and insightful analyses to guide strategic decisions.

You will own the monthly/quarterly performance reviews, support annual planning, and provide dashboards and P&L commentary to leadership within a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline required.
• Master's degree in Finance/Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related business work experience.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the full Specialty Products P&L and perform comprehensive financial analysis.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly performance analyses and forward-looking insights.
• Coordinate with finance team on schedules for Standard Industries.
• Support annual planning and prepare sales reporting and dashboards.

Skills

Excel advanced

Financial analysis

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

The Specialty Products FP&A Sr. Analyst is a key analytical resource within the GAF Finance team focused on comprehensive financial analysis of the Specialty Products (GAF Energy, Standard Logistics, Specialty Granules) business segment. Reporting to the Business Finance Director, Specialty Products, he/she provides financial guidance to the Specialty Products business segment through alignment in the business planning process and delivery of accurate and insightful financial analysis and forecasts.

Essential Duties Strategic Financial Management

• Supports the Business Finance Director in the ownership of the full Specialty Products business P&L and comprehensive financial analysis of the business performance including pricing, cash flow, raw material costs, manufacturing performance, distribution costs, etc.
• Ownership of the compilation and financial analysis of monthly & quarterly performance as well as supporting the Business Finance Director in forward looking analysis of business impacts to mitigate risk and create value through opportunities
• Coordinate with Specialty Products finance team members on preparing and finalizing the monthly supplemental schedules provided to Standard Industries
• Supports the Specialty Products annual planning process
• Prepare weekly/monthly sales reporting, dashboards, and P&L analysis

Operational Intelligence and Cash Flow

• Monitor performance metrics and KPIs to provide actionable insights for the business
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on variances, sales/profitability trends, and pricing
• Manage the volatility of GAF Energy's pipeline; synthesize order backlog and lease capacity data to provide real-time visibility into the firm's ability to execute growth strategies
• Drive the accuracy of GAF Energy's cash flow forecasts by partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to audit and validate lease submission milestones, ensuring the reliable projection and reporting of enterprise cash inflows
• Provide ad hoc analysis and business support to cross-functional teams to improve service levels and control structures

Process Architecture

• Creates procedures to enhance the efficient and effective collection and organization of data across the business unit/function; identifies new sources of data needed for decision-making
• Develops and refines requirements related to advanced financial modeling, teaching complex techniques to others. Utilizes complex financial models to forecast financial results, model financial statements and perform advanced analyses. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in design tools and implements complex financial models
• Possesses a deep understanding of the organization's systems and reporting mechanisms, troubleshooting when necessary and suggesting areas for improvement. Guides and advises stakeholders on system use and implications of different applications
• Identifies opportunities and executes to improve financial reporting and analysis with enhanced data capture, system improvements, etc.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's Degree business or related discipline required and
• Master's degree Finance/Accounting preferred
• Minimum 5 years of related business work experience
• SAP experience preferred

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, organizational, analytical and management skills are required
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to influence by example and the ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated forward thinking and creativity
• Advanced problem solving and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, committed to learning and personal development, a team player and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Success with meeting deadlines under pressure and performing multiple tasks simultaneously

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and index functions)
• Advanced knowledge of corporate financial analysis/accounting functions
• Advanced skills of application and analytical concepts
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex financial narratives for non-financial stakeholders, effectively influencing cross-functional leaders to take action

Qualifications Preferred LEVEL BASED COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership
• Adaptability
• Building Strategic Working Relationships
• Business Acumen
• Stress Tolerance
• Communi