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Our Finance organization oversees financial planning and reporting, as well as ensures processes meet the needs of our business. Cognex is a global, publicly traded manufacturer and marketer of advanced integrated technology products whose 2020 annual revenue was over $800 million. We have an excellent team with members who have gained diversified experience during their tenure in the company.
The Role:
This Senior Financial Analyst position will be a critical partner to Cognex Logistics senior management by providing financial planning and analysis of revenue as well as expenses for the Logistics Sales function. This position provides insightful, trustworthy data that helps senior management make strategic and tactical decisions for our company.
Essential Functions:
Partner with functional leaders to prepare the annual budget and quarterly expense forecasts for Logistics Sales
Analyze month end department expense results for the Logistics Sales global team and prepare appropriate journal entries to ensure expenses are recorded properly
Manage the revenue and margin planning process for the Logistics P&L on a quarterly basis
Provide objective analytical support to influence and reinforce expense decisions
Present monthly deviation analysis to explain bookings, revenue, and margin variances.
Prepare month end variance explanations and balance sheet account reconciliations for the Management Financial Package and Responsibility P&Ls
Monitor and provide insightful analysis around business key performance indicators (KPI)
Continuously look for opportunities to improve existing processes and procedures to support the team
Perform ad-hoc analysis as needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong qualitative and quantitative skills, with demonstrated experience using data to drive decision making
Prior experience working with tight deadlines and demonstrated responsibility for accuracy and timeliness for work performed
A team player with the ability to work independently as well as cross-functionally
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Must be able to convey information to all levels of the organization in a clear, focused, and concise manner
Excellent Microsoft Excel experience required; SAC & SAP experience is a plus
Process improvement focus
Minimum education and work experience required:
A Bachelor’s Degree in either Finance or Accounting is required
3+ years of financial planning and analysis preferred
Experience supporting global expense planning preferred
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