Job Description

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst provides planning, analysis and decision support, and works closely with Regional FP&A teams in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC formulating the financial aspects of annual planning, forecasting, and strategic and tactical business decisions. The position will report to the FP&A Global Director with dotted line reporting to regional FP&A Managers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare summary of actual results and variance analysis for the month/quarter and present to the FP&A Manager
• Active participation in the budget/forecast process at regional level & submission to the Global Rail Division
• Preparing and provide regular Pulse update vs current Forecast & Plan
• Publish standard month end & quarter end reporting
• Co-design and further development of existing FP&A processes and procedures
• Business Partnering for internal stakeholders (e.g. cost center managers and business line leaders)
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and support as needed, including special projects

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2+ years of experience working in a data or analytical role preferred
• Experience in business processes and using analytic tools

Interpersonal Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills coupled with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with individuals in different locations at all levels of the organization.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, and disciplined in approach
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Technical Skills

• Hyperion Planning and Financial Management (HFM) software experience is a plus
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Intermediate or Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills

Essential Functions

• Must be able to occasionally work longer days and variable schedule(s) as necessary.
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers
• The ability to follow direction or instruction

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Rail’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Rail offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Matthew Fink, HR Director NAOM, at 803-822-7440 and Harsco Rail will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. Please call only for disability application. All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.