<p>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> to join our team on a contract basis in Bloomington, MN. The role is ideal for a professional with 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, a solid academic background in accounting or finance, and prior exposure to manufacturing or operations. The position requires advanced Excel skills (including expertise in VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and Macros), and familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Access is highly desirable.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis:</strong></li><li>Conduct thorough financial analyses to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Prepare detailed reports and dashboards to track key metrics and provide actionable insights.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes to aid in strategic decision-making.</li><li><strong>Operational Support:</strong></li><li>Work closely with manufacturing and operational teams to provide financial guidance and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Analyze costs, inventory, and production metrics to uncover inefficiencies and support process improvements.</li><li>Build financial models tailored to manufacturing and operational workflows.</li><li><strong>Advanced Data Analysis & Systems Management:</strong></li><li>Leverage SAP to extract and analyze financial and operational data.</li><li>Utilize Microsoft Access for database management and data compilation.</li><li>Develop and maintain robust tools in Microsoft Excel, including creating and modifying Macros, PivotTables, and VLOOKUP functions for detailed data analysis.</li><li><strong>Process Enhancement:</strong></li><li>Proactively identify inefficiencies in reporting and analysis workflows, implementing solutions to streamline processes.</li><li>Uphold compliance with corporate, financial, and regulatory standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.</li><li>3-5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, ideally within the <strong>manufacturing or operations sectors</strong>.</li><li><strong>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and Macros, are a must.</strong></li><li>Familiarity with <strong>SAP</strong> and <strong>Microsoft Access</strong> is strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li><li>Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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