Senior Financial Analyst
FUCHS is the world's largest independent supplier of innovative lubrication solutions, covering almost every industry and application. Our products and solutions keep the world moving even though they are not always visible. What matters is that each of our over 6,000 employees in over 50 countries is visible - their entrepreneurial spirit, ideas and skills are the foundation of our global business. About FUCHS Lubricants Co.: FUCHS Lubricants Co. is the United States operating unit of FUCHS S.E., the world's largest independent manufacturer of specialty lubricants with global sales exceeding $3.5 Billion. We provide high-quality lubricants and services to a wide range of industries such as automotive, appliance, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, transportation, food and beverage, mining, and energy. The organization is constantly developing new technology to meet the ever‑changing demands of modern industry and is recognized for delivering world‑class technical support to our strong customer base. Job Summary: The Senior Financial Analyst plays a key role in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support across the organization. This position partners closely with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver timely financial reporting, provide actionable insights, and supports strategic initiatives through robust financial modeling and analysis. The role requires a strong understanding of cost structures, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls, along with the ability to translate complex data into clear, business-focused recommendations for senior leadership. Salary: FUCHS offers competitive pay commensurate with experience in a similar position. The range for this role is $105,000 - $115,000 with actual compensation based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cycles for functional expense areas, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
- Manage SAP budget and forecast submissions, including data validation, system uploads, and reporting integrity.
- Analyze financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
- Deliver concise variance analysis with clear business insights and actionable recommendations for leadership.
- Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
- Develop and deliver financial reports and executive dashboards to support senior leadership decision-making.
- Oversee the preparation and validation of monthly commission calculations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance.
- Analyze product profitability and margin performance to identify growth opportunities and optimization strategies.
- Partner with Accounting to support month-end close activities, including accruals, variance analysis, and financial reconciliations.
- Maintain the integrity of financial data through rigorous review processes, internal controls, and continuous process improvements.
- Improve FP&A processes, reporting tools, and data accuracy.
- Serve as key contributor in the transition from SAP ECC to S/4HANA, including testing, validation, and processing documentation.
- Leverage SAP and Power BI tools to enhance financial visibility.
- Assist with internal controls, audits, and compliance initiatives, as needed.
- Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes, reporting frameworks, and data governance to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.
- Serve as a key contributor in the transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA, supporting system testing, data validation, process redesign, and documentation.
- Leverage SAP and Power BI to develop automated reporting solutions and interactive dashboards that improve financial visibility and business insights.
- Support internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives by strengthening documentation, monitoring procedures, and cross-functional coordination.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting from a four-year college or university.
- CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
- 3-5 years experience in related industry and/or public accounting with responsibilities similar to those listed above.
- Computer proficiency required including Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP formulas, create/manipulate tables, etc.), PowerPoint.
- SAP proficiency is a plus.
- Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Must have a flexible schedule to accomodate monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines.
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