Sr. Financial Analyst

Sr. Financial Analyst, Easton, PA

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting complex financial, statistical, and analytical studies; preparing financial reports and statements for their assigned business unit.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the development of the annual financial and operating plans (Annual, P1, P2)
• Develops ad hoc analysis, projections, reports and presentations in response to business units requests
• Tracks and analyzes financial results which are critical to assigned business units performance this may include but is not limited to trade spend, standard cost, labor cost, capital spend, product cost, and P&L.
• Creates and analyzes standard monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for effective and timely communication of financial results to business leaders.
• Closes the General Ledger ensuring financial information is recorded accurately, timely and in accordance with GAAP
• Research and prepare variance analysis and explanations
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, account analysis, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules
• Performs benchmarking and business model analysis
• Represents Finance on various collaborative cross-functional teams supporting new product development as well as manufacturing and sales initiatives.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in Accounting or Finance (Master's Degree or CPA is a plus).
• Minimum 4 years of finance experience.
• Must possess excellent analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (SAP, MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Basic knowledge of accounting practices and procedures and internal controls.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WHY CRAYOLA?

• Kid Inspired Culture
• Free Admission to Crayola Experience for Employees
• Community Volunteerism Opportunities
• Annual Bonus Potential for all Full-Time Employees
• Company Matched 401k & Employee Value Sharing Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits for Eligible Employees
• Education Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Generous Product Discounts Onsite & Online
• Company Sponsored Employee Events
• Discounts on a wide variety of products and services - automotive, electronics, fitness, travel and entertainment

Green is our favorite color! Crayola cares about the environment and responsibly makes the products you love. Learn more about Crayola's creative solutions for greener tomorrows: https://www.crayola.com/about-us/sustainability.aspx

We offer competitive salary, outstanding benefits and the potential for advancement through the use of creative abilities. No phone calls please.

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