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Sr. Data Analyst – Finance #2525Position Summary:Our partner is a global manufacturing and services company modernizing its finance analytics foundation replacing Excel with Power BI, integrating SAP ECC/S4 data, and building a scalable reporting layer across Finance. They’re looking for a finance-savvy Data Analyst to own core reporting and forecasting models automating month-end close, building DAX-driven dashboards, and analyzing margin, spend, and cost structures at scale. You’ll partner closely with FP&A and work inside a BI team that’s moving fast on Databricks, Power Platform, and governed data modeling. If you’ve worked in ERP-heavy environments, understand financial reporting structures (CO-PA, cost centers), and build with both speed and structure in mind this is a high-impact seat with strong visibility.Experience and Education:- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field - 5+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or data-driven Finance roles - Experience working with ERP-based financial data (SAP ECC or S/4HANA preferred) - Background in manufacturing, distribution, or multi-entity environments - Proven ability to partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams - Hands-on history with month-end close, budget vs. actual tracking, or cost modeling - Prior experience transitioning teams from Excel-based reporting to BI platformsSkills and Strengths:- Power BI - DAX - SQL - Financial Modeling - Forecasting - Cost Analysis - Variance Analysis - Margin Analysis - SAP ECC - SAP S/4HANA - Power Query - Data Visualization - ETL - KPI Design - Ad Hoc Reporting - CO-PA - Budget Tracking - Executive Reporting - Stakeholder Communication - Advanced ExcelPrimary Job Responsibilities:- Automate and maintain Finance reporting workflows using Power BI - Build and refine forecast models across revenue, COGS, opex, and capex - Analyze gross margin and cost drivers (labor, freight, materials, overhead) - Deliver standardized P&L, variance, and KPI dashboards used by FP&A and execs - Support the shift from Excel-based to governed, scalable BI tools - Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate financial needs into usable data outputs - Conduct ad hoc analysis to answer time-sensitive finance questions - Ensure consistency and quality of SAP-derived financial data used in reporting - Identify process gaps or reporting inefficiencies and drive improvements