Sightline Commercial Solutions Financial Analyst Minneapolis, MN · Full time

The Financial Analyst will be a key resource for the Accounting & Finance Team. This role will support the business and CFO through overseeing the monthly forecasting process, monthly financial reporting and review, KPI oversight, and assist with cash forecasting and analysis. This position will report to the CFO.

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare monthly financial reports and comparative analysis for distribution within the organization
  • Assist the accounting team with monthly close analysis and flux analysis
  • Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvement
  • Develop and maintain monthly forecasting process and reporting
  • Support the annual plan and budgeting process
  • Support weekly cash forecasts and analysis
  • Partner with leadership on development and maintenance of KPIs
  • Identify and drive process improvements, including the creating of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and dashboards/scorecards


Position is On-Site or HyBrid (3-days in office)

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Four-year degree required – Finance, Accounting, or Business
  • 0-3 years of business finance or other relevant experience
  • High proficiency in financial modeling techniques and/or strong excel skills (formulas/functions)
  • Strong analytical and data gathering skills; good business acumen
  • Ability to streamline functions and passion to learn and grow
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills; ERP/Accounting Software experience
  • Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new complex tasks


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • FMVA or similar designation
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint
  • Experience working with, and presenting to, leadership
  • Experience in a project and/or manufacturing environment