Sr. Financial Analyst Americas

As a Sr. Financial you will support the financial planning activities for the Americas business. You will collaborate with the World Area Finance Directors to provide analysis of financial results and forecasts. You will be responsible for the continuous improvements’ projects for the Americas Finance and the timely consolidation of actuals data. This position will report directly to the Americas CFO.

AS A SR FINANCIAL ANALYST, YOU WILL: 

• Support the WA Presidents Operating Report (POR) and data reporting and review. This includes gathering orders data, providing analysis, and reviewing management reports.
• Coordinate the quarterly orders forecasts, collection, consolidation, and analysis.
• Analysis of monthly Business Unit orders results as part of the Americas WA organization, for accuracy and provide explanations on deltas.
• Identify, develop, and implement improvements to the reporting utilization of Hyperion Financial Management, BI tools, CRM, and Process Automation.
• Transform financial data from Oracle, HFM and CRM into interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and other analytical tools as necessary to support strategic decisions, track KPIs, automate reporting and provide actionable insights on performance, budgeting, forecasting and variances in orders, sales and spending for leadership. 
• Assist in the preparation for management review meetings inclusive of anticipating questions.
• Supports monthly, quarterly, and annual requests from the Americas WA.

WHO YOU ARE: 

You lay out a thorough schedule and list steps for achieving objectives. You actively seek input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. You persist in the face of challenges and setbacks. Your actions signify progress, and you remain calm and composed, even when things are uncertain. You are the first to spot probable future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. You are an initiative-taker who can work both independently and in a team environment. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a corporate or business unit accounting, reporting and FP&A environment
• Excellent Excel skills including experience with vlookups, writing formulas and pivot tables.
• Expert in analytical tools and Power BI dashboards and reporting inclusive development of Power BI Dashboards
• Knowledge of accounting concepts, techniques, and principles
• Experience with a major ERP such as Oracle (Hyperion)
• Attention to detail, time management, critical thinking skills, and independent judgement to deal with ambiguity.
• A strong analytical mind and skill in interpreting financial data
• Ability to work as a key member of the FP&A team, while managing the completion of multiple tasks, exhibit strategic-thinking and hands-on ability to plan work schedules for the achievement of daily, monthly, and annual deadlines and challenges. 
• Effective communication skills and be able to communicate fluently in English with all levels of management within and outside Finance.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: 

• CPA / MBA
• A strong working knowledge of HFM

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON 

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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