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Job SummaryThe Specialty Products FP&A Sr. Analyst is a key analytical resource within the GAF Finance team focused on comprehensive financial analysis of the Specialty Products (GAF Energy, Standard Logistics, Specialty Granules) business segment. Reporting to the Business Finance Director, Specialty Products, he/she provides financial guidance to the Specialty Products business segment through alignment in the business planning process and delivery of accurate and insightful financial analysis and forecasts.
Essential Duties- Strategic Financial Management
• Supports the Business Finance Director in the ownership of the full Specialty Products business P&L and comprehensive financial analysis of the business performance including pricing, cash flow, raw material costs, manufacturing performance, distribution costs, etc.
• Ownership of the compilation and financial analysis of monthly & quarterly performance as well as supporting the Business Finance Director in forward looking analysis of business impacts to mitigate risk and create value through opportunities
• Coordinate with Specialty Products finance team members on preparing and finalizing the monthly supplemental schedules provided to Standard Industries
• Supports the Specialty Products annual planning process
• Prepare weekly/monthly sales reporting, dashboards, and P&L analysis
- Operational Intelligence and Cash Flow
• Monitor performance metrics and KPIs to provide actionable insights for the business
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on variances, sales/profitability trends, and pricing
• Manage the volatility of GAF Energy’s pipeline; synthesize order backlog and lease capacity data to provide real-time visibility into the firm’s ability to execute growth strategies
• Drive the accuracy of GAF Energy’s cash flow forecasts by partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to audit and validate lease submission milestones, ensuring the reliable projection and reporting of enterprise cash inflows
• Provide ad hoc analysis and business support to cross-functional teams to improve service levels and control structures
- Process Architecture
• Creates procedures to enhance the efficient and effective collection and organization of data across the business unit/function; identifies new sources of data needed for decision-making
• Develops and refines requirements related to advanced financial modeling, teaching complex techniques to others. Utilizes complex financial models to forecast financial results, model financial statements and perform advanced analyses. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in design tools and implements complex financial models
• Possesses a deep understanding of the organization’s systems and reporting mechanisms, troubleshooting when necessary and suggesting areas for improvement. Guides and advises stakeholders on system use and implications of different applications
• Identifies opportunities and executes to improve financial reporting and analysis with enhanced data capture, system improvements, etc.
Qualifications Required- Bachelor’s Degree business or related discipline required and
- Master’s degree Finance/Accounting preferred
- Minimum 5 years of related business work experience
- SAP experience preferred
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Strong communication, organizational, analytical and management skills are required
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to influence by example and the ability to work with all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated forward thinking and creativity
- Advanced problem solving and decision-making skills
- Self-motivated, positive attitude, committed to learning and personal development, a team player and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Success with meeting deadlines under pressure and performing multiple tasks simultaneously
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and index functions)
- Advanced knowledge of corporate financial analysis/accounting functions
- Advanced skills of application and analytical concepts
- Demonstrated ability to simplify complex financial narratives for non-financial stakeholders, effectively influencing cross-functional leaders to take action
Qualifications Preferred- LEVEL BASED COMPETENCIES:
- -Leadership
- -Adaptability
- -Building Strategic Working Relationships
- -Business Acumen
- -Stress Tolerance
- -Communication
Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.Base Salary Range: $92,006-$126,509
How We Protect What Matters Most:
1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
