Business Analyst

Overview

• Analyze and monitor sales trends, gross margin, cost, and pricing to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with finance, sales, and business partners to achieve organizational goals.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly analysis focused on sales, ASP, gross margin, and COGS.
• Assist in annual and quarterly budget and forecast planning for sales and financial metrics.
• Support SAP ERP implementation and company-wide planning processes using FP&A tools.
• Lead special projects and financial initiatives to improve business performance.
• Provide recommendations on customer margin impact and product mix implications.
• Contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment with cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Analyze and present monthly KPIs focused on COGS and gross margin variance.
• Prepare gross margin analysis, including sales price variance and product mix impact.
• Bridge intercompany price structures and local P&L for better financial understanding.
• Review key customer annual sales contracts and provide actionable recommendations.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting cycles for business units and cost centers.
• Support company-wide planning processes using advanced financial tools.
• Lead and contribute to special financial projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve business plan goals and objectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, cost accounting, or general accounting.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with BI tools.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• Experience with financial reporting and planning tools is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to contribute to organizational growth.