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ASSA ABLOY is a global leader in access solutions, with operations in more than 70 countries. The Americas Division is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Corporate Finance team in New Haven, CT. 

This role supports financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, month-end close activities, business analysis, OneStream reporting, Excel-based reports using OneStream queries, and preparation of management PowerPoint presentations. 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with finance, accounting, and business partners to provide accurate reporting and useful insights. 

Responsibilities 

• Support monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis. 

• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations using OneStream data and Excel reporting tools. 

• Build, maintain, and update Excel reports using OneStream queries to support recurring reporting and ad hoc analysis. 

• Assist with management PowerPoint presentations. 

• Assist with annual budgets, forecasts, and trend analysis of actual results versus plan. 

• Analyze financial results and cost variances to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement. 

• Prepare intercompany allocations, billings, and related support documentation. 

• Support internal control compliance, audit requests, and documentation of accounting processes. 

• Partner with finance, accounting, and business teams to gather data and explain financial results. 

• Support financial integration activities for acquisitions, including reporting, restatements, and purchase accounting support as needed. 

• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and ad hoc financial analysis projects. 

Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or month-end close. 

• Strong understanding of accounting principles; GAAP experience required and IFRS exposure preferred. 

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and analysis of large data sets. 

• Hands-on experience with OneStream reporting, including creating, running, and maintaining Excel reports using OneStream queries. 

• Experience with ERP and reporting systems such as JDE, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Hyperion, Power BI, or Business Objects is helpful. 

• Ability to prepare clear financial reports and assist with management PowerPoint presentations for leadership review. 

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well with cross-functional partners. 

• Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Limited travel may be required, up to 5%. 

Preferred Skills: 

• Advanced OneStream reporting experience, including report maintenance, data validation, and use of OneStream queries in Excel. 

• Experience in a multi-divisional, manufacturing, or global organization. 

• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, purchase accounting, or financial restatements. 

• Interest in improving financial processes, reporting tools, and automation. 

What we Offer! 

We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, thrive, and build a rewarding lifelong career with us. Here is just a sample of what you can look forward to as a member of our team: 

• Competitive Salary  

• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance 

• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities 

• Flexible Spending 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Discount portal 

• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career