Financial Analyst

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Job description

Position Summary

The financial Analyst will be a member of Eagle's Financial Planning and Analysis Department within the Accounting and Finance group and will be exposed to all aspects of the business through experiential learning and mentorship opportunities with the ultimate goal of development within the company.

This position provides a great opportunity to gain exposure to a key function at Eagle and grow within our organization. The position has direct line accountability to the CFO, the Executive Committee, and the departments the position is responsible for supporting.

Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To

· Prepare financial/operational reports and ad hoc financial analysis

· Collect, analyze and interpret data, quantifying financial opportunity and risk, and communicating the optimal business decisions/actions

· Perform root cause analysis and partner with divisional leadership and other functional areas to drive proactive solutions through process and technology solutions

· Develop financial analysis tools to assist in management decisions

· Lead and/or participate in business initiatives and special projects

· Support the development of annual operating plans, divisional budgets and corporate budgets

· Manage the continuous development and improvement of the department

· Participate in the professional development of staff including establishing and monitoring goals, providing performance feedback and mentoring

· Participate in interviewing, hiring and training of new team members

· Create and foster an environment that maximizes individual potential and values collective results

· Accountable for developing and sustaining a culture of customer service excellence

· Travel requirements of at least 25% to provide on-site support to division locations

· Other projects or duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Experience

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

· 6+ years accounting/finance experience in progressive roles

· Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers and internal staff.

· Business acumen with analytical/problem-solving skills

· Ability to work with large amounts of computer data

· Ability to take ownership and be accountable for issue resolution and general client satisfaction.

· Must present a highly professional image and attitude.

· Highly organized, detail orientated, and capable of multi-tasking.

· Self-motivated individual with great initiative and ability to work independently.

· Strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

· This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.

Preferred Skills And Experience

· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

· Experience working in the distribution or manufacturing industry

· Supervisory experience: training, coaching, and motivating direct reports

· Foodservice/distribution experience.