Sr. Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst Who we are: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer as well as powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety, and infrastructure solutions. Who we are looking for: Atkore is currently searching for a Senior Financial Analyst to be based out of Harvey, IL. Reporting to the SBU Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for the business in all aspects of planning, monthly/quarterly forecasting, reporting, and business decision support for designated businesses.Relevant assumptions will be factored into the strategic business unit's financial projections. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and a minimum of 7 years' experience. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus. What you'll do: Perform forecasting, analysis and month end close activities in timely and accurate manner. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial information in accordance with GAAP and Atkore policies Prepare various journal entries in connection with the month end close process Provide weekly updates on performance to targets from a financial and pricing perspective. Create and distribute daily, weekly and monthly business results related to SBU shipments, working capital metrics, weekly financial forecast for the current month and other key performance indicators (KPI's) for the SBU. Prepare financial reports and statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system, consolidation and reporting system, and various subsystems in use at Atkore. All other duties as assigned. What you'll bring: Bachelors Degree in finance or accounting.MBA or CPA is a plus. Minimum 7 - 10 years experience in finance and accounting with a focus on financial analysis. Strong problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail. Proven ability to participate and lead cross functional projects and initiatives. Proficient knowledge of MS Office with expert level Excel skills.Tableau experience a plus. Experience with JDE and HFM / Essbase is preferred. Solid understanding of US GAAP required. Capacity to perform at a high level in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). All associates must embrace and foster and environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability. Within 3 months, you'll: Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore's strategy. Gain an understanding of your team. Contribute to the monthly / quarterly forecast cycle ensuring sound assumptions are factored into the business unit's financial projections. Work with other functions to collect necessary inputs. Understand and comply with Atkore policies for accounting and internal controls. Provide sound financial analysis and develop financial tools and models to support decision making within the business. Within 6-months, you'll: Partner with teamsto provide financial support and guidance for their locations Analyze sales, cost and inventory data Partner with Atkore Business System team on validation of cost savings and process improvements Prepare and complete the month end financial close process including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and corporate supplemental reporting templates and compliance reporting. Partner with broader operations team to analyze strategic decisions such as capital deployment, site initiatives and cost improvement projects Prepare analysis for key commercial expenses including, but not limited to, freight expense, customer rebate programs and commissions. Within 12-months, you'll: Analyze results and report variances against budget and expectations. Recommend corrective actions as indicated by performance to meet P&L and working capital targets. Partner with broader financial team to facilitate standardization of financial reporting, planning, and analysis. Provide analytical and reporting support at product-line and customer level. Participate in key business initiatives, perform benchmarking and other ad-hoc projects as necessary. Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2024-11-05