HP Profile Financial Analyst 4-Job Summary

This role is responsible for leading and providing expertise to project teams, participating in cross-functional initiatives, and guiding process improvements and policy establishment. The role collaborates with business leaders to influence strategic decision-making and conducts complex financial analysis to achieve objectives effectively. The role also represents the business unit, and the organization as needed, builds productive relationships, and mentors lower-level employees.
 

Key Responsibilities

Consolidate financial information across P&L, balance sheets, and operational metrics to provide comprehensive insights into factory performance.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with accuracy and adherence to deadlines.Identify variances and trends, offering insights and recommendations to senior management.Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and participates in cross-functional initiatives. Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies.Collaborates with business leaders to guide and influence strategic decision-making within a broad scope.Oversee FP&A spending, ensuring alignment with budgets and company objectives.Performs complex and occasionally highly complex financial analysis for a financial function or business, utilizing strong business understanding to achieve objectives effectively.Drive improvements in financial reporting and analysis processes.Automate and optimize data consolidation and reporting tools for better accuracy and efficiency.Provide insights to leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and strategies.

Education & Experience Recommended
• Four-year or Graduate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
• Typically has 5+ years of work experience in financial analyst, FP&A or related roles preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Knowledge & Skills
• Accounting
• Auditing
• Automation
• Corporate Finance
• Data Analysis
• Economics
• Financial Planning
• Financial Statements
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Internal Controls
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Process Improvement
• Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
• Variance Analysis

Cross-Org Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP, OBIEE)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.Learning Agility

Disclaimer
• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.