Senior Financial Analyst-Chicago (Greater Chicago Area)

Our manufacturing/retail related client in Rosemont is looking for a Sr Financial Analyst.

Hybrid

Duties:

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models to support product management in decision-making.
• Conduct financial analysis and forecasting to assess the viability and profitability of new products and features.
• Collaborate with product management to create detailed business cases for new product initiatives.
• Monitor and report on the financial performance of products, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.

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Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for product management.
• Track and analyze product-related expenses and revenues against the budget.
• Identify variances and provide explanations and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Support product managers in managing their budgets effectively.
• Analyze financial implications of product lifecycle decisions, including launch, maintenance, and retirement of products.
• Provide financial input on pricing strategies, cost management, and investment priorities.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions with product management and senior leadership, evaluating make vs buy scenarios.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic product decisions.
• Contribute to the development of 3+ year, long-term financial plans and product roadmaps.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis.
• Experience working in a CPG or product services organization a +.
• Strong proficiency in developing and implementing financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis tools.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Power BI, Excel, and financial planning software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: 100-120K+ Bonus, DOE, Ed, License, Etc

Tagged as: Excel, Financial Modeling, Forecasting, Power BI