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Job Description
Description Katie Weigel with Robert Half Finance and Accounting is recruiting a Senior Financial Analyst for a start up green/sustainability company with a focus in recycling, based in Reno. This role will partner closely with business leadership, including the Operations President and corporate CFO, to deliver financial insights that drive operational performance and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in understanding budgeting and financial reporting, ERP systems, and manufacturing processes. The person in this role will develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and projections and coordinate financial reviews, variance analysis, and provide recommendations for improving performance and profitability. This role will be pivotal, as the company enters the production phase of business, providing financial planning and reporting. The ideal candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be driven to work cross-functionally, and be adaptable to changing responsibilities and priorities. Key Responsibilities of the
Position:
Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and long-range plans to support operational and strategic decision-making Partner with operations leadership to provide actionable financial insights on cost drivers, productivity, and profitability Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and KPIs, and recommend actions to improve performance Support and enhance cost accounting processes, including tracking, allocation, and break-even analysis Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including variance analysis and executive-level presentations Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis Evaluate strategic initiatives and capital investments, including pro forma and deal analysis Collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement reporting and analytics solutions within ERP/BI systems Support system configuration and process improvements related to reporting in a production environment Execute special projects and ad hoc analysis for senior leadership, including the
CFO Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field 5+ years of finance experience in a manufacturing or production environment Ability to apply experience and critical thinking skills to solve problems Highly organized Excellent at time management and multitasking Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Comfortable in a fast-paced, start-up environment
