Financial Analyst

Job SummaryThe Financial Analyst is responsible for financial support and analysis in sales and other business areas. They will help manage the forecasting process and report and communicate results to upper management and to Corporate Germany. They will also utilize SAP and other relational database to analyze, obtain, prepare, compile and present information.
** This is a hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to work onsite in the Lake Zurich, Illinois office 3 days a week.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $77,000 per year
Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of Annual Budget, Long Range Plan, and quarterly Forecasts for cost centers and revenue as well as help prepare related management presentations. 
• Prepares, analyzes, reports, and reconciles monthly actual results compared to budget, forecasts, and prior year for North America.
• Collects and analyzes business functions and product lines’ monthly and/or weekly Sales reports and ensures for accuracy.
• Assist in reviewing costs and performing cost/benefit analyses related to proposed projects/programs to improve operational and financial effectiveness of the company.
• Prepares and analyzes financial actuals, budget, forecasts, and variance reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Develops reports for forecasting/trending and results analysis.
• Participates in the development of improvements in existing reports and analysis. Assists with month-end close activities and reporting.
• Responsible for loading and maintaining portions of P20, TM1, BCS, and FKGAN for actual results, as well as quarterly forecasts and annual budgets.  Ad hoc and special projects within finance team. 
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. 
• 2-3 years of accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within Finance including financial modeling.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex analysis and conclusions/recommendations in a concise, easily understandable manner.
• Ability to multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, Macros).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to be a team player in varied capacities.
• Knowledge of ERP systems; SAP & TM1 Cognos preferred.
• The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.