
Senior Financial Analyst
Job Description
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!
Senior Financial Analyst
Position Purpose
We are seeking a highly experienced Finance professional to serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across the organization. In this role, you will drive financial insights, influence strategic decision-making, and lead initiatives that improve performance, reduce costs, and enhance financial reporting.
You will work cross-functionally and cross-divisionally to solve complex financial challenges, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and support forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning. This position offers strong visibility and the opportunity to shape financial strategy while leading continuous improvement and transformation efforts.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Advisory & Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted financial advisor to business leaders, providing insights that support strategic decisions and performance goals
- Partner with cross-functional and cross-divisional teams to address complex financial challenges and opportunities
- Translate financial results into clear, actionable recommendations for both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Financial Reporting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Lead financial reporting and variance analysis, delivering clear insights into performance trends
- Prepare and review forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans, including SG&A and operational spending
- Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables
- Provide analysis on key metrics and financial performance drivers to inform decision-making
Accounting Expertise & Compliance
- Provide subject matter expertise on U.S. GAAP and enterprise-wide accounting practices
- Research, document, and resolve complex technical accounting issues
- Evaluate and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on audit and reporting requirements
Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and partner with business leaders to implement strategies
- Drive financial process improvements, automation, and best practices across the organization
Projects & Leadership
- Lead financial problem-solving efforts and support strategic, cross-functional projects
- Collaborate with cost center leaders on budgeting, performance tracking, and accountability
- Contribute to enterprise initiatives that impact financial operations and reporting
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Experience researching and documenting technical accounting issues
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and educate stakeholders at all levels
- Proven ability to operate independently, think strategically, and solve complex problems
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or related disciplines
- Public accounting experience (3+ years preferred)
- CPA, MBA, or progress toward certification
- Experience in manufacturing, cost accounting, or operational finance
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Hyperion, or similar)
- Strong financial modeling capabilities (ROI, IRR, NPV, payback analysis)
- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Demonstrated success leading teams, initiatives, or cross-functional projects
Why This Role
- Strategic impact: Influence financial and business outcomes across the enterprise
- Visibility: Partner directly with leaders and key stakeholders
- Leadership opportunity: Drive initiatives and lead meaningful change
- Growth: Expand expertise across accounting, finance, and business strategy
We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).