Senior Financial Analyst

Position Description Central Moloney, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Financial Analyst to support the Central Moloney and Cam Tran business units within the North American FP&A organization. This role is responsible for financial planning, forecasting, operational analysis, and performance reporting that supports key strategic and operational decisions. The Senior Financial Analyst will partner closely with leaders across Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales to provide financial insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and business performance. This position offers strong exposure to Private Equity ownership and strategic decision-making, along with the opportunity to help build and refine a best-in-class FP&A function within a growing manufacturing organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting · Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cycles for the Central Moloney and Cam Tran business units. · Develop, maintain, and improve financial models and forecasts to support operational and strategic initiatives. · Integrate cost drivers, production metrics, and operational inputs into financial forecasts for revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and cash flow. · Analyze sales & cost data to identify trends, patterns, and growth/savings opportunities. · Support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate business risks and opportunities. Reporting & Analysis – Cost and Operations Focus · Support monthly financial reporting and performance reviews, including detailed variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior year. · Translate complex financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations for business leaders and executives. · Design and maintain dynamic financial models and scalable reporting frameworks that enable consistent, repeatable performance analysis across business units. · Take ownership of data sourcing, validation, and pressure-testing to ensure reporting accuracy and reliability across financial and operational datasets. · Develop and implement Power BI dashboards and other business intelligence tools where appropriate to improve visibility into key financial, operational, and commercial KPIs. · Build and automate reporting processes and analytical tools that improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and enhance decision-making speed. · Drive additional visibility into operations, procurement, and production scheduling via analysis incorporating Standard Routings, Bill of Materials (BOMs), Headcount Planning, and Inventory. Cost Analysis & Control · Collaborate with North American Cost Accounting and Operations teams to identify and interpret production, labor, and material cost variances. · Collaborate with Sales and Executive Leadership to track, interpret, and plan SG&A spend (headcount, professional fees, commissions). · Develop models and reports to track cost improvement initiatives across North America while maintaining operational and quality standards. · Monitor key operational drivers impacting manufacturing efficiency and gross margin performance. · Incorporate the above into forecast models, supporting forecast accuracy and organizational accountability. Capital Planning · Support capital expenditure (Capex) planning, investment analysis, and tracking for supported business units. · Develop financial analyses and ROI models to support capital investment decisions. · Monitor and report on the financial performance of approved capital and strategic projects. Process Improvement & Collaboration · Support ERP initiatives, system enhancements, and standard cost implementations across business units; previous experience with OneStream or similar Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems is a plus. · Collaborate cross-functionally with Cost Accounting, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Sales to improve financial visibility and data accuracy. · Contribute to special projects, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.. Work Environment This is a full-time, on-site position based in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves collaboration with team members across North America, supporting both Central Moloney and Cam Tran entities. Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. · 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally within FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis roles. · Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is strongly preferred. Technical Skills · Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and Power Query. · Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence tools strongly preferred. · Strong understanding of financial statements, cost accounting concepts, and variance analysis. Professional Skills · Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. · Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders. · Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. · Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic business environment. · Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships across finance and operations teams. Benefits - Competitive compensation, annual bonus potential. - Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with matching). - PTO and paid holidays. - Opportunity for professional growth, exposure to Private Equity operations, and mentorship within a high-performing FP&A team.