Senior Analyst, Finance (Hybrid) - Military Veterans

*You will need to live within commuting distance to our Portage, MI office. You will need to be in the office 2-3 days a week (Tues - Thurs), but you will have the flexibility to work from home on the other days.

Who We Want

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  Strategic thinking. People that absorb and analyze financial data quickly to help make better business decisions and stretch our thinking for the future.


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  Collaborative partner. Demonstrates ability to build strong relationships, influence and partner with business leaders in multiple functional areas and takes action to improve capabilities.


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  Effective communicators. Can analyze and synthesize data/information for insights and communicate them in a consumable way for decision-making.

What You Wil Do

We are seeking a skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic Instruments Finance Organization. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a large role in supporting the Instruments Division with financial planning and analysis; as well as supporting strategic decision-making processes.

• Financial Planning and Analysis: Collaborate with various departments to develop annual budgets, quarterly projections, and long-term financial plans. Analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and provide actionable insights to support business growth and profitability.


• Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to assess the impact of different scenarios, investment opportunities, and strategic initiatives. Utilize these models to guide decision-making.


• Business Partnering: Collaborate with R&D, Marketing and Selling partners to influence and achieve financial and functional goals.


• General Accounting: Manage and prepare accounting activities in collaboration with supporting Finance Centers and other partners.


• Reporting and Presentations: Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders. Clearly communicate financial results, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic discussions.


• Cost Analysis: Conduct detailed cost analysis to optimize expenses, support cost-saving initiatives, and improve overall financial efficiency.


• Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting principles and corporate policies. Assist in the support of auditors during the audit process.


• Forecast Accuracy: Continuously improve forecasting methodologies to enhance accuracy and reliability in financial projections.


• File Ownership and Branding: Maintain existing financial models and files with a focus on visual branding. Ensure that our internal stakeholders are always looking at a consistent level of branding and quality in all of the information that you publish.


• Other business-supporting duties and process improvements as assigned.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.


• 2+ years of relevant experience required as a Financial Analyst; or a related role.


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret financial data.


• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis using Microsoft Excel.


• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial reporting.


• Experience with ERP systems and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a plus.


• Additional qualifications (CPA, CMA, etc.) preferred.