Senior Operations Financial Analyst
About the role
At Generac Industrial Energy, we harness decades of experience and resources to help lead the way. It’s the foundation of prosperity, fueling the industries and essential services that drive our society forward. It’s so much more than power. We provide a range of solutions that will work together to streamline systems across every stage of the energy journey. Our people are united by a shared mission to make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. Come be part of a team where diverse backgrounds, ideas, and talents drive real impact.
The Sr. Operations Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for directing and managing the Energy Integration capital and operational budgets and for improving overall performance through the proper application of analysis and financial tools. This role facilitates sound business decisions regarding, 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 40%
- 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
25%
- Leads monthly variance reporting and drives project plans for corrective action implementation
- Manages standardization of visual management, and global operational processes and costing structures
25%
- 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
10%
- Other Duties as assigned and the following: Based on project.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
- 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.
Compensation: Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role when based in Cambridge is $93,500.00 - $140,200.00 CAD Annual . This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short- and long-term incentives. Hybrid work environment is supported.
Senior Operations Financial Analyst
About the role
At Generac Industrial Energy, we harness decades of experience and resources to help lead the way. It’s the foundation of prosperity, fueling the industries and essential services that drive our society forward. It’s so much more than power. We provide a range of solutions that will work together to streamline systems across every stage of the energy journey. Our people are united by a shared mission to make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. Come be part of a team where diverse backgrounds, ideas, and talents drive real impact.
The Sr. Operations Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for directing and managing the Energy Integration capital and operational budgets and for improving overall performance through the proper application of analysis and financial tools. This role facilitates sound business decisions regarding, 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 40%
- 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
25%
- Leads monthly variance reporting and drives project plans for corrective action implementation
- Manages standardization of visual management, and global operational processes and costing structures
25%
- 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
10%
- Other Duties as assigned and the following: Based on project.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
- 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.
Compensation: Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role when based in Cambridge is $93,500.00 - $140,200.00 CAD Annual . This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short- and long-term incentives. Hybrid work environment is supported.