Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst

Compensation: $115K base + Bonus

Location: Akron, OH

Position Overview

We are partnering with a growing, complex manufacturing organization to add a Senior Financial Analyst to their FP&A team. This role will support a recently hired Finance Manager and play a key role in helping build structure, improve processes, and drive financial insight across the business.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role within a lean finance team—ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys ownership, and wants to grow within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute monthly close activities, including reporting across P&L, Cash Flow, and Balance Sheet
• Develop and maintain budgeting and rolling forecast models, including system uploads and reporting packages
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Build and refine financial models to support business decision-making
• Work across large data sets, systems, and reporting tools to deliver accurate, timely analysis
• Partner cross-functionally with operations and other departments to understand the “story behind the numbers”
• Assist in improving and documenting FP&A processes, templates, and workflows
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to enhance efficiency, reporting, and financial visibility

What Makes This Role Unique

• Opportunity to work closely with a new Finance Manager and help shape the finance function
• Highly visible role with strong exposure to cross-functional teams and leadership
• Blend of transactional work + strategic analysis in a lean, collaborative environment
• Fast-paced role with tight deadlines and high deliverables, especially during month-end cycles
• Clear opportunity for growth and advancement within the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A or commercial finance
• Strong experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and month-end reporting
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with SAP and/or Power BI preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ideal Profile

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a self-starter mindset
• Comfortable working independently and helping build/improve processes
• Strong communicator who can translate financial data into business insights
• Detail-oriented but able to connect the big picture
• Motivated by growth and eager to make an impact within a developing finance function

What’s in It for You

• Competitive compensation and eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company holidays, and wellness resources.
• Professional development opportunities, mentorship, and a clear path for growth into Senior Analyst or Specialist roles.
• A supportive environment that encourages continuous learning, cross-training, and career advancement.

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