Sr. Operations Financial Analyst

Fluidra is looking for a Sr. Operations Financial Analyst to join our team in Portland, TN.  

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE  

The Sr. Ops Financial Analyst performs the cost accounting function by supporting operations with in-depth business analysis, cost accounting and variance analysis, identification and implementation of cost saving initiatives, analysis of inventory and warranty reserves, freight accruals and forecasting, and overall partnership with the business leaders throughout the organization to improve efficiency of manufacturing operations. Additionally, you will: 

• Perform Cost Variance Analysis (Budget vs. Actual) for Operational Depts and coordinate review meetings with business partners.
• Perform monthly analysis, accruals and account reconciliations of Inventory Reserves (Excess & Obsolescence, Weighted Average Cost, Net Realizable Value), Warranty and Freight accruals.
• Improve operational processes and strengthen internal controls environment through cross-functional coordination.
• Perform monthly variance analysis (Actuals vs Budget vs Forecast vs Prior Year) related to Manufacturing and Warehousing/Distribution costs.
• Partner with Operations in executing the Cycle Count Program and Annual Physical Inventory Counts.
• Assist the Finance Manager in partnership with Operations in the preparation of the Annual Budget.
• Identify, analyze and recommend initiatives to improve profitability and reduce working capital; assist in tracking cost reduction activities for VI (value improvement) initiatives.
• Support CAPEX approval process by partnering with business leaders and reviewing CAPEX requests.
• Produces ad hoc analysis and reporting as required. 

WHAT WE SEEK

• 5+ years of experience in Finance and Cost Accounting 
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, operations and inventory 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  
• Proficiency with Excel formulas (pivot tables, V look-ups, etc.) 
• Experience working with Hyperion, Epicor and Power Bi is a plus 
• Experience in internal control and process improvements will be highly valued 
• Ability to effectively respond to and interact with multiple levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations 
• Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic, team-oriented environment 
• The role will require regular out-of-state travel (10-20% of the time)

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

WHAT WE OFFER 

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes: 

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.