Senior Financial Analyst

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
3+ years of relevant experience in finance/accounting required
Certified Public Accountant and/or Master’s degree preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide innovative solutions utilizing strategic thinking
Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively translate data into actionable insights to various stakeholders
Proactive mindset and ability to manage deadlines independently while meeting objectives

Monitor business performance of competitors, peers, and other economic metrics for benchmark forecasting purposes
Track and analyze actual performance against planned expectations and update projections
Assist in the preparation of financial information and analysis to be used in earnings release materials, analyst / investor discussions, capital markets transactions, and other related matters
Prepare presentations and underlying support documents for management presentations to board of directors and the executive leadership team
Identify continuous improvement opportunities and drive changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Compile and review budgets, forecasts, sales updates, and other special reporting for Nordson’s operations
Serve as a finance partner to corporate functional leaders, assisting with preparation of budgets and monthly forecasts
Analyze corporate managed expenses and other corporate-controlled costs
Prepare allocations of corporate managed expenses for segment reporting
Assist in other financial reporting processes that pertain to the closing cycle, internal and external reporting
Other duties as assigned, including providing support to special projects when requested

Experience in public accounting preferred
Experience with financial systems such as SAP, OneStream, and Power BI is a plus