Financial Systems Senior Analytics Analyst

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay:

$85,000(minimum) - $110,000(midpoint) - $136,000(maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance /

Military Leave Key Responsibilities:

Process Improvement:

The Senior Analytics Analyst is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve financial systems processes and implementing changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Team Leadership:

The Senior Analytics Analyst is responsible for mentoring and coaching junior analysts, as well as working effectively as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Administering Financial Systems:

The Senior Analyst is responsible for providing system administration, maintenance, support and enhancement to the company's financial systems, including ERP, EPM and other financial software and tools.

Communication:

The Senior Analytics Analyst is responsible for communicating financial data and analysis to internal and external stakeholders, including presenting findings to senior management and responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner. Additionally, the Senior Analyst may be responsible for mentoring and coaching junior analysts.

Data Science and Analytics:

The Analytics Analyst II is responsible for analyzing complex financial data using data science techniques to identify trends, risks and opportunities. This analysis will inform the design, development, and implementation of financial models and forecasts to support business decisions in the form of reporting and visualization used to communicate to stakeholders including senior management.

Key Skills:

Process Improvement:

The ability to identify opportunities to improve financial processes and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Leadership:

The ability to mentor and coach junior analysts, as well as work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Financial Systems Management:

The ability to manage financial systems, including ERP, EPM and other financial software and tools.

Communication:

The ability to communicate financial data and analysis to internal and external stakeholders, including presenting findings to senior management and responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.

Technology Skills:

The ability to use technology tools and software to manage financial data, track payments, and communicate with stakeholders.

Analytical Skills:

The ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or anomalies.

Financial Knowledge:

An understanding of accounting principles and practices, including financial reporting and analysis.

Data and Statistical Analysis:

The ability to analyze complex financial data using analytics and statistical methodologies to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, including providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision making.

Forecasting and Modeling:

The ability to develop and implement financial models and forecasts to support business decisions, including assessing the impact of different scenarios and variables.

Reporting and Visualization:

The ability to prepare reports and visualizations to communicate financial data to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management.

Successful Candidates Will Typically Have:

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field 5+ years of related experience Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee). Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. #LI-Hybrid What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do. Explore our open positions and apply today. Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world's harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world's biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.