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Senior Finacial Analyst - Accounting/Reporting
New Haven, CT
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We are seeking a results-driven Senior Financial Analyst to join a fast-paced and growing organization. This individual will play a key role in supporting operational performance, driving process improvements, and contributing to financial reporting and analysis. The role offers exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance activities, with opportunities to collaborate across multiple business functions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Drive process improvement initiatives and automation across finance systems and reporting.
  • Contribute to special projects and provide ad hoc financial analysis.
  • Develop executive-level presentations for senior leadership.
  • Support monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Prepare intercompany allocations and billings to ensure accuracy and transparency.
  • Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and trend analyses.
  • Conduct financial variance analysis to highlight cost optimization opportunities.
  • Deliver monthly executive reports with insights and recommendations.
  • Maintain accuracy of the global chart of accounts and ensure consistency across reporting structures.
  • Support internal audit activities and compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Participate in M&A-related activities, including purchase price allocations, integration efforts, and audit readiness.
  • Maintain accounting policies and procedures documentation.
  • Collaborate on acquisition-related accounting and restatement efforts.
  • Provide support on cross-functional initiatives and other ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including financial reporting and M&A exposure.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards (JDE), SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
  • Strong skills with reporting tools such as Power BI, Business Objects, or Oracle SmartView/Hyperion.
  • Advanced MS Excel capabilities (pivot tables, conditional formulas, index/match, etc.).
  • Experience preparing presentations for executive-level audiences.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Limited domestic travel (up to 5%).
  • MBA or progress toward advanced degree a plus.
  • Familiarity with GAAP required; IFRS and multi-division or manufacturing experience preferred.


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