Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst

Company: Generac Power Systems
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst Company Generac Power Systems Name Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst Employment Type Full Time Shift 1st Do you want to be part of something bigger? For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators---but we did not stop there! As we continue to grow both in size and in technological advances, we are pushing past the norm and pathing a way for the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now; instead, we challenge ourselves and continue to be a leader in our industry.-- The Senior FP&A Analyst plays a key role in providing financial planning and analysis support for Generac's growth strategy. Responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation of numerous forecast updates, annual budget process, three-year long-range plan (LRP), and related Board of Directors' presentations. The role will involve the ongoing preparation of a variety of financial analyses needed for executive management decision making, such as monthly variance to budget reviews and channel/product profitability reviews. In addition, this role will provide important oversight on the systems administration of Generac's consolidation and forecasting system (Longview). The Senior FP&A Analyst will work closely with members of corporate accounting and finance department, as well as the finance leaders of the business groups. In addition, this position will work with Generac's business group executive leadership and GMs throughout the organization. Other varied work could include participation on projects as deemed necessary. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to understand the complex global business of Generac organized around several business groups, including end markets, competitive environment, industry peer group and general economic indicators that are important to Generac
• Researches and prepares economic reports on subjects such as commodities, exchange rates, country-specific growth rates, etc. for use in modelling
• Assist on multiple forecast updates as well as the annual budgeting process - working closely with other members of the accounting and finance department, business group leaders, corporate demand planning and many other department leaders
• Assist on various financial planning and analysis activities including (1) preparation of the monthly departmental variance review, (2) assistance on preparation of monthly "flash" reports on financial performance of the company, (3) cross-train on the preparation of monthly profitability by channel and product P&L reports, (4) cash flow and primary working capital forecasting and (5) ad-hoc requests from financial management and other department leaders.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for the Board of Directors including coordinating the preparation of deliverables for the meeting.
• Provide support to the Vice President - Finance and Director of FP&A for Investor Relations (IR)-related functions
• As needed, take the lead on the creation of many key reports and analysis including communicating the results to financial and executive management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in the accounting and finance function. Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
  • Minimum 5 years of comprehensive accounting and financial analysis experience Preferred Qualifications:--
    • CPA certification
    • Manufacturing industry experience
    • Public accounting experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
      • Significant attention to detail and high level of accuracy
      • Strong understanding of financial statements including the ability to analyze a P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement and general ledger with minimal oversight
      • Ability to work both independently and as part of cross functional teams within the organization and with both foreign and domestic subsidiaries
      • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create, understand, and maintain complex financial models and analysis
      • Strong written and oral communication skills, project management skills, and organizational skills "We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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