Financial Analyst

This Distribution/Logistics company has been established for over 100+ years and grown to a $150 million dollar company. Our client is recognized heavily within the industry and is known for delivering high-performance services and reliability within the market.Responsibilities:Accurately and timely completes month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of monthly financial statements, and assists business unit leaders with the analysis of their business unit performance.Analyze the company's activities and trends and compare analysis against service standards and best practices.Work closely with Business Intelligence Analyst (BIA) personnel to identify and maximize information and technology to improve business processes and financial and operational metrics.Analysts will analyze the profitability of operations through basic financial and statistical modeling and reporting, and make appropriate recommendations, leading to positive operational effectiveness.Assist in implementing the Annual Operating Plans for various areas of responsibility.Assist in the development of tactical and strategic initiatives to support organization objectives and identify strategies for implementation.Responsible for developing and maintaining forecast models to properly inform the Executive Leadership Team of expected operational results.Proactively identify opportunities for operational and financial improvement.Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Traits:Ability to create strong financial modelsIntermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Ability to query raw data using Microsoft Query, VBA, Business Objects.Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation skills.Intermediate knowledge of accounting, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.