For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
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In the role of Senior Operations Financial Analyst working on-site in Whitewater, Wisconsin you will be part of the Corporate Finance and Accounting team.
The Senior Operations Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for directing and managing the Global Operations capital and operational budget and for improving overall performance through the proper application of analysis and financial tools. This role facilitates sound business decisions regarding global facility expansions, product line transfers, make/buy decisions, and other operational analysis. The role will be both a strategic thinker and an individual tactical contributor comfortable with influencing and educating multiple levels within the organization to achieve results.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
3 years broad financial experience
2 years experience in a manufacturing setting
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience with SAP or equivalent ERP
Cost accounting experience
Multi-national manufacturing experience
Experience with total cost of ownership modeling, make versus buy, vertical integration.
Essential Duties:
Utilizes data mining techniques to research, model, and generate “what if” scenarios on facilities, production transfers, and component make / buy decisions
Evaluates Return on Investment (ROI) for specific programs and/or projects and recommends appropriate action. Provides direction and support to key business partners
Reviews requests for capital spending and provides input and/or authorization for capital expenditures
Manages standardization of visual management, and global operational processes and costing structures
Proactively directs the annual operating and capital budgeting process including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget.
Coordinates assists and oversees the development of financial operations business plans that clarify specific financial / non-financial targets and metrics (e.g. Key Performance Indicators) to facilitate the achievement of both strategic and tactical business goals;
Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements, and prepares reports and offers insight for productivity improvements.
Other Duties as assigned and the following: Based on project.
Knowledge and Skills:
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with the ability to create and maintain complex excel models
Ability to influence others without direct authority and work effectively with all levels of the organization
Excellent interpersonal, management, motivation, and analytical skills
Ability to translate financial information to a non-financial audience
Ability to convert metrics into meaningful information
Self-starter with initiative and vision
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross functional environment.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3 years broad financial experience
- 2 years experience in a manufacturing setting
What We Do
Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents. #PoweringPossibilities #ThePowerOfGenerac
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