Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst in TX.

Will work in location and interact with various business groups such as operations, finance, suppliers and marketing.
Day to Day activities will generally revolve around process development, managing forecast and FPC accuracy, and 2T supplier/PM interaction on custom opportunities.
Develop outlooks, forecasts and annual plans as required.
Coordinate the financial planning and forecasting process for a business unit.
Required to perform variance analysis' of actual and planned results, business analysis and supplier cost analysis on RFQ responses or impact on rate changes.
Required to work with finance to review journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure accurate reporting.
Assist management in developing budgets and understanding profitability of the business.
Develop, analyze and report business unit metrics as appropriate.
Review processes and propose recommendations for improvement.
Present results of analysis and makes recommendations to management.
Work on assignments complex in nature where considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in recognizing/resolving problems and discrepancies.
Applies mostly advanced skills/competencies and may adapt procedures, techniques and tools under general direction.
Should possess good understanding and ability to communicate business objectives.
Demonstrates strong analytical skills for complex business cases and process improvements.
5-7 years of finance experience.10+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Undergraduate degree and 6-8 years relevant experience or Graduate degree and 4-6 years relevant experience.

a. Presentation and Communication Skills
b. Strong Analytical skills to review various data sets and develop a solution based on the data
c. Capability to program manage and drive non-reporting structures. Understand time based requirements/meeting commitments
d. Ability to use standard Microsoft programs (Powerpoint, visio, excel, word and project)

Austin, TX 

Duration: 12 months

Start: 2-3 weeks