Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A - job 1 of 2

As a Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A at Shearer’s, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining product costing, updating labor routings, and conducting financial analysis to support our manufacturing and warehouse facilities. You'll analyze overhead rates, investigate BOM issues, and lead special projects that provide insightful data for the business.

Candidates for the Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A position at Shearer's should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with 3-6 years of relevant finance experience. Familiarity with cost accounting, analytics, and effective communication skills are also crucial for success in this role.

The hybrid work schedule for the Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A position at Shearer’s allows for flexibility in managing your work-life balance. You can enjoy part of your work time from home while also collaborating in person with teams to drive key financial insights and support business operations effectively.

In the role of Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A at Shearer’s, you will conduct a variety of analyses including cost analysis between plants, overhead analysis, and investigation of costing issues. Your findings will play a crucial role in driving cost savings and operational improvements across the organization.

Essential skills for the Sr. Financial Analyst - FP&A position at Shearer’s include advanced Excel capabilities, proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint, strong communication skills, and the ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Your analytical mindset will be key to performing detailed financial analyses and supporting management decision-making.

In your response, highlight specific financial analysis projects you've worked on, particularly ones that showcase your ability to create insights from data, support decision-making, and drive efficiency in cost management. Relate it directly to the key responsibilities outlined in the job description.

Discuss your methodology for establishing accurate product costings, referencing your analytical skills and experiences in collaborating with various teams. Mention any tools or techniques you use to ensure accuracy and efficiency in keeping BOMs updated.

Share a specific example of a financial discrepancy you encountered and how you investigated to determine the root cause. Discuss the steps you took to resolve the issue and the impact it had on the business.

In your answer, highlight your organizational skills, tools you use for project management, and how you communicate with team members to keep projects on track. Stress the importance of flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic financial environment.

Explain your process for double-checking data, collaborating with team members for input, and how you utilize software tools to help maintain accuracy. Provide an example if possible of a time where your diligence ensured high-quality reporting.

Relate an example where your financial analysis led to tangible cost savings. Discuss the approach you took, the findings you presented, and how those insights helped the company improve its bottom line.

Be specific about the advanced Excel skills you possess, such as using pivot tables, VBA, or complex formulas. Provide examples of how these skills have enhanced your financial analysis capabilities in past roles.

Outline your process for understanding the project needs, gathering necessary data, and analyzing the results. Emphasize your communication skills in collaborating with other functions to deliver insightful outcomes.

Articulate how financial analysts serve as critical advisors to management by providing data-driven insights that influence strategic decisions. Use an example where your analysis impacted a significant business strategy or decision.

Explain your approach to receiving and acting on feedback, emphasizing your willingness to adapt and improve your work. Discuss a time when feedback led to a positive change in your analysis or reporting style.