Senior Financial Analyst

Job Details

Job Location: Grove City OH - Grove City, OH 43123Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Standard Business HoursJob Category: Finance

Tosoh America is a dynamic holding company with a growing corporate culture that provides centralized services for Tosoh Group companies in North America and beyond. In addition to integrating the corporate activities of its subsidiaries, this regional headquarters is working to expand Tosoh's business lines and operational capabilities within North America. For more information, please visit us at https://www.tosohamerica.com/.

 

Position Charter

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a pivotal role in driving financial insight, operational clarity, and strategic decision-making. This position blends advanced financial modeling with cross-border communication, requiring someone who can interpret complex data, support executive leadership, and collaborate effectively with finance teams both domestically and abroad. This position is classified as full-time and exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Reporting Relationships

The Senior Financial Analyst reports to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting and Analysis.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial planning and forecasting: Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

• Management reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial analysis packages for U.S. leadership and the Japan parent company, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to global reporting standards.

• Variance and performance analysis: Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Cross-border collaboration: Coordinate with finance teams in Europe and Asia to align reporting timelines, analysis models, and corporate expectations.

• Financial modeling: Build and maintain models for scenario planning, pricing, capital investments, and business cases.

• Business partnership: Work closely with operations, sales, supply chain, IT, Development and HR to support strategic initiatives and improve financial outcomes.

• Process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, automate workflows, and enhance data accuracy.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial analysis experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong dedicated experience within financial modeling utilizing Microsoft Excel and other Business Intelligence (BI) skills and software.

• Experience working with global or Japanese parent companies is highly valued.

• Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or Japanese reporting norms is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-financial stakeholders.

• Ability to work across time zones and manage deadlines in a global reporting cycle.

• Detail-oriented mindset with strategic thinking capability.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate cultural differences and adapt communication strategies effectively within diverse, international corporate environments.

• Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving business.

Physical Requirements

This is primarily a sedentary job that requires:

• Mobility & Posture: Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods, with occasional movement within the office to access files, equipment, or attend meetings.

• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, operating office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, copier, scanner).

• Vision: Ability to read printed materials and view information on a computer screen for extended periods, with or without corrective lenses.

• Hearing & Speech: Ability to hear and respond to verbal communication in person and via telephone or virtual platforms; clear speech for effective communication.

• Environmental Conditions: Work is performed in a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels from office equipment and conversations.

• Lifting & Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, and move office supplies or equipment weighin