• Financial Analyst - Intermediate

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Philadelphia, PA)


    Description

    The Intermediate Financial Analyst will play a central role in supporting the company's financial and strategic goals by delivering in-depth financial insights and advanced analysis across various metrics, including sales, margins, and vendor claims.

    Key responsibilities include:

    + Conducting monthly revenue analysis to evaluate sales, cost of goods sold (COGS), and margins at the product and location levels.

    + Performing variance analysis to assist accounting teams during month-end closings.

    + Developing and maintaining vendor claims calculations, submissions, allocations, and collections (including Special Pricing Agreements - SPAs).

    + Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather data and provide actionable business insights to support data-driven decision-making.

    + Creating, maintaining, and refining financial models to analyze various business scenarios and inform strategic planning efforts.

    + Supporting sales management tools, such as CRM platforms, to enhance data integrity and reporting efficiency.

    + Participating in ad-hoc projects and analyses to support sales strategies and operational goals.

    + Analyzing trends, forecasts, and variances to produce detailed insights that help shape business strategies.

    + Assisting in the development of dashboards and reports within Power BI, becoming a Power BI “power user.”

    + Contributing to annual and quarterly budget preparations and forecasts by providing accurate projections and performing variance analyses.

    + Staying informed on industry trends and best practices in financial analysis and reporting.

    Requirements

    The successful intermediate financial analyst will possess the following qualifications:

    Qualifications and Education Requirements:

    The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise, organizational skills, and strategic thinking to succeed in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Key qualifications include:

     

    + A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    + A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis within a manufacturing or distribution environment.

    + Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or comparable systems.

    + Familiarity with revenue analysis, budget management principles, and basic accounting standards.

    + Experience working with ERP systems, CRM platforms, or business intelligence tools (Power BI preferred).

    + Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

    + Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team-oriented setting.

    Preferred Competencies:

    + Experience using Power BI or other visualization tools for reporting development.

    + A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to identify innovative solutions.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Knowledge of vendor claims and SPA processes will be highly advantageous.

     

    Data Mining Techniques

     

    Accounting Functions

     

    Annual Budget

     

    Budget Processes

     

    Microsoft Power BI

     

    Power BI, OneStream

     

    Business process modeling

     

    Microsoft SQL

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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