Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Title : Financial Analyst

Industry : Manufacturing

About the Company :

A rapidly growing manufacturing company is seeking a Financial Analyst to help build and shape its Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven finance professional to play a hands-on role in developing financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis processes that will directly impact strategic decision-making and future growth.

Position Summary :

The Financial Analyst will serve as a key partner to company leadership, responsible for financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis. This individual will help establish and refine FP&A processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable presenting financial information to executives and collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Build and enhance financial planning and analysis processes for the organization.

Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.

Analyze financial results and operational performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for leadership with clear variance analysis and recommendations.

Partner with operations, accounting, and leadership to align financial results with business objectives.

Present financial findings and insights to management in a clear and concise manner.

Support strategic projects, capital expenditure analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.

Assist with the implementation of reporting tools and dashboards to improve visibility and efficiency.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.

3–5 years of experience in FP&A , preferably in a manufacturing or product-based environment .

Proven ability to prepare and present financial information to leadership.

Strong analytical, modeling, and Excel skills; experience with ERP or BI tools preferred.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex financial data.

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and thrive in a growing organization.

What We Offer :

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Opportunity to help build and shape a new FP&A department from the ground up.

Exposure to senior leadership and direct influence on financial strategy.

A collaborative, growth-oriented culture within a stable manufacturing company.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If 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@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.