Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Description

Patricia Wesson with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team in Portland, Oregon. In this role, you will oversee operational finance activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards while driving strategic initiatives through data-driven analysis. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to improving financial processes and decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze detailed cost reports, including materials, labor, and overhead, to identify trends and variances.

• Oversee raw material inventory, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory, including accurate accounting and physical inventory counts.

• Develop and maintain standard costs for products and services, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.

• Collaborate with operational teams to create detailed budgets and forecasts, providing timely updates on performance.

• Implement cost control procedures to optimize efficiency and recommend improvements for cost-saving measures.

• Conduct in-depth variance analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

• Work closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to understand cost drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards.

• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff on accounting principles and practices.

• Lead initiatives to improve financial processes and align them with organizational goals.

Please contact Patricia Wesson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013233930

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on cost accounting.

• Proficiency in advanced spreadsheet software and financial systems such as JD Edwards EnterpriseOne.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey financial insights.

• Experience in manufacturing or cost-intensive industries is preferred.

• Familiarity with variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

• Ability to travel up to 10% to company locations as needed.

• Knowledge of tools such as CRM, Confluence, and Crystal Reports is advantageous.

Full-time