Sr. Financial Analyst

Description Our manufacturing client in Dublin is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst for a 3-6 month engagement. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can translate complex operational and financial data into practical guidance for leadership and cross-functional teams. The role will focus on reporting, planning, cost performance, and inventory insight while partnering closely with operations to improve decision-making and business results. This is a hybrid role requirings 3 days/week onsite in Dublin and is expected to pay between $60-$75/hr. DOE.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver recurring financial reports, forecasts, and performance updates that help site leadership evaluate operational results and business priorities
• Analyze spending patterns, manufacturing costs, and performance gaps to identify root causes and provide practical recommendations for improvement
• Maintain the accuracy of financial records by overseeing journal entries, reconciliations, and adherence to established reporting and compliance standards
• Work with operations finance and local stakeholders to improve reporting workflows, increase efficiency, and expand the use of automation in financial processes
• Partner with operations leaders to support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and stronger financial visibility across the site
• Coordinate the annual planning cycle for operations functions, consolidating inputs and helping departments align budgets with business objectives
• Build and support dashboards, scorecards, and analytical reporting tools that strengthen performance monitoring and management discussions
• Track inventory-related metrics such as turnover, valuation, and utilization, and collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to improve inventory effectiveness
• Share financial insights, benchmarking ideas, and process improvement opportunities that contribute to operational excellence across the broader manufacturing network Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• At least 7 years of finance experience, with strong preference for a background in FP&A within manufacturing, healthcare, diagnostics, or a similar operational environment
• Demonstrated strength in financial analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Experience supporting month-end close activities, cost accounting, and inventory accounting in a manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data visualization or ERP tools such as SAP, Tableau, or Power BI
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial findings into clear business recommendations
• Familiarity with production operations and the ability to work closely with shop floor or site leadership teams
• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and exposure to areas such as fixed assets, tax-related processes, or compliance reporting is advantageous