Cost & Financial Planning Analyst

The Cost and Financial Planning Analyst is responsible for a variety of aspects including forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analyzing the company's finance and expenses.
General Responsibilities Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics trackingPerforms variance analysis between actual, prior and standard costsAnalyze financial data and create cost and financial models for decision supportReport on financial and cost performance and prepare for regular leadership reviewsAnalyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvementsProvide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimizationRecommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses; study proposed changes in methods and materialsIdentify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, and toolsRecommend changes in operating procedures to improve efficiencies in payment and procurement processesExamine data to help with reducing cost in all operationsAnalyze the market and identify opportunities for growth and potential risksExperience / Qualifications A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demandsStrong communication skills; oral, written and presentationStrong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve resultsStrong personal and professional ethical values and integrityHolds self-accountable to achieving goals and standardsProficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and / or external customers
#J-18808-Ljbffr