Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join a globally recognized consumer products organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a finance specialist who brings strong expertise in cost analysis, business reporting, and data-driven decision support. The selected candidate will help strengthen a lean team by delivering financial insights, building meaningful analysis, and supporting operational and strategic planning.
Responsibilities:
Perform detailed financial reviews to identify trends, explain business performance, and support decision-making across key functions.
Develop and maintain financial models that evaluate costs, profitability, and overall business results within a consumer products environment.
Analyze variances between forecasts, budgets, and actual results, then communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Prepare recurring and on-demand reports that translate complex financial and operational data into clear business insights.
Use data mining and analytical tools to extract, organize, and interpret large data sets for management reporting.
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve the accuracy of planning assumptions, reporting processes, and financial analysis deliverables.
Support costing-related initiatives by examining product, operational, and margin data to highlight risks and opportunities.
Leverage OBIEE and other reporting platforms to produce reliable dashboards and financial reporting outputs. Requirements - 7+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in a consumer packaged goods or similar product-based environment.
Strong background in costing analysis, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
Proven ability to conduct ad hoc analysis and present findings in a clear, business-focused manner.
Hands-on experience with data mining techniques and large-volume financial or operational data.
Proficiency with OBIEE and other reporting or business intelligence tools.
Advanced Excel skills and strong overall analytical capabilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting with limited team bandwidth and shifting priorities.
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