We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, project analysis, and business performance initiatives for our manufacturing operations in Waukesha. This role serves as a key business partner to both Finance and Operations, providing insight into financial trends, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping leadership make informed decisions.
Working alongside a collaborative team consisting of financial analysts, cost analysts, and a risk manager, you will contribute to monthly reporting packages, capital project reviews, cost analysis, and financial planning activities. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, highly analytical, and comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple functions.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reporting packages and management reports.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, annual operating plans, and variance analysis.
- Partner with Operations to understand production schedules, forecasts, and business drivers.
- Analyze project performance, costs, capital expenditures, and operating results.
- Monitor project revenue status, shipments, and capital spending activities.
- Lead and participate in cross-functional projects that improve financial performance and business processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models and reporting tools.
- Support financial consolidation reporting and business intelligence initiatives.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities while providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, reconciliations, and general ledger support.
What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum 2-3 years of finance, accounting, cost analysis, or related experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of broad finance, accounting, cost and manufacturing experience.
- Experience with SAP, Power BI, OneStream, FCC, Qlik Sense, or similar financial and business intelligence platforms.
- Experience with financial consolidation reporting.
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or graduate-level coursework.
- Manufacturing industry experience.
Successful candidates are:
- Curious and eager to learn.
- Strong problem-solvers who can work through ambiguity.
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable partnering with operations teams and senior leadership.
- Self-motivated professionals who take ownership and drive results.
Why Join Us?
Culture:
- We take pride in a culture rooted in strong values, meaningful behaviors, and a deep sense of purpose. Our commitment to our people, community, and the environment shapes who we are and how we work. At Prolec, you’ll feel supported, included, and connected.
Leadership:
- Our leadership philosophy centers on inclusivity, growth, and transparency. We invest in our people through comprehensive training, ongoing professional development, continuous coaching, and clear performance expectations - empowering everyone to achieve their highest potential.
Environment:
- We create an environment where employees can excel. From modern facilities and collaborative spaces to innovative technology and engaging company events, we provide the tools and atmosphere that enable high-quality work and seamless teamwork.
Wellness:
- We recognize that well-being extends beyond the workplace. That’s why we support our employees and their families through programs that promote personal, financial, physical, and family wellness. Our holistic approach ensures you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Minimum 2-3 years of finance, accounting, cost analysis, or related experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with organizational stakeholders
- 5+ years of broad finance, accounting, cost, and manufacturing experience
- Experience with SAP, Power BI, OneStream, FCC, Qlik Sense, or similar platforms
- Experience with financial consolidation reporting
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or graduate-level coursework
- Manufacturing industry experience
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is portrayed as robust, with health coverage supported by above-average employer HSA/HRA contributions and employer-paid disability coverage. Wellness, sports, and family-oriented events are also referenced as part of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as generous, complementing other family-oriented benefits. Third-party listings also highlight parental leave among the standard offerings.
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What We Do
Prolec has more than fifty years of experience in the creation of comprehensive solutions to meet the needs of power generation, transmission, and distribution. Our internationally recognized collection of transformers and our high-quality solutions, through the collaborative work of our business units and our strategic allies, reveal our sense of innovation, our social responsibility, and our leadership. At Prolec, we are committed to working with our strategic partners in the creation and innovation of comprehensive solutions and products that contribute to the development of a better future with energy.
