Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Contract Sr. Financial Analyst to provide high-level financial insight and support informed decision-making across the organization in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. This role is suited for someone who is detail oriented and can interpret complex data, strengthen planning activities, and deliver meaningful analysis in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and operational finance with a strong focus on business performance and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Create and review recurring financial reports, projections, and budget comparisons to highlight performance trends and business risks.
• Build detailed financial models that guide planning efforts and support strategic and operational decisions.
• Examine product costs, inventory activity, labor efficiency, overhead impact, and margin performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Track operational and financial metrics tied to production results and communicate findings to leadership.
• Collaborate with plant, supply chain, and operations teams to uncover savings opportunities and improve financial outcomes.
• Contribute to annual budgeting cycles and longer-term financial planning initiatives across the business.
• Conduct special financial investigations and present concise, actionable recommendations to management.
• Support closing activities by preparing accruals, reconciling accounts, and assisting with accurate financial statement reporting.
• Review pricing and profitability data to help assess product-level performance and business strategy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, cost accounting, or operational finance roles.
• Background in a manufacturing setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in cost-focused analysis or cost accounting environments will also be considered.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and lookup functions.
• Familiarity with enterprise business systems such as Oracle, Dynamics, Epicor, JD Edwards, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and clear communication skills.
• Ability to turn detailed financial information into practical recommendations for business leaders.