Senior Financial Analyst chez Power Eight Power

Description

We’re looking for a hands-on Senior Financial Analyst to drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis that supports business growth. In this role, you’ll work directly with leadership, operations, and cross-functional teams to provide insights that guide decision-making and improve performance. You’ll report to the Director of Accounting and regularly collaborate with our parent company, Mission Critical Group.  Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Join a team where your insights drive real business impact.  We’re looking for a candidate with the potential to grow into our future Director of Finance. If you’re seeking a long-term career opportunity with room for advancement, Apply today!

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm 

Relocation:  We do not provide relocation assistance; this position is 100% onsite at our facility in Belle Chasse, LA. 

What You’ll Do

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget process in partnership with leadership and department heads.
   
• Build and update P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts.
   
• Revise forecasts as business conditions, customer pipeline, and backlog evolve.
   
• Analyze and explain monthly variances against budget and forecast.
   

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reporting for leadership and corporate finance.
   
• Create financial models and presentations for management meetings and board reviews.
   
• Partner with IT to improve reporting tools in the ERP system (IFS).
   
• Track and communicate KPIs and financial metrics across departments.
   
• Monitor trends, highlight risks/opportunities, and provide actionable insights.
   

Projects & Strategic Support

• Perform ad hoc analysis for leadership, investors, and creditors.
   
• Conduct post-project reviews to assess margins and performance.
   
• Manage rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts and liquidity reporting.
   
• Align monthly reporting with budget and forecast models for consistency and accuracy.
   
• Support special projects and process improvements across finance and accounting.
   

What You’ll Bring

• 3–5 years of finance/accounting experience (budgeting, reporting, cost accounting, financial analysis).
   
• Strong analytical and modeling skills (Excel pivot tables and advanced formulas).
   
• Experience with P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis.
   
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP; manufacturing environment experience a plus.
   
• Proficiency with ERP systems (IFS experience preferred).
   
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information.
   
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CFA certification.
   
• Public accounting experience (audit or consulting).
   
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment with standard/average costing.
   
• Supervisory or cross-departmental leadership experience.

Requirements

•  3–5 years of finance/accounting experience (budgeting, reporting, cost accounting, financial analysis). 
•  Strong analytical and modeling skills (Excel pivot tables and advanced formulas). 
•  Excellent communication and collaboration skills.