Company Overview:
NRS is a leading provider of transportation & logistics services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's leading retailers and manufacturers for 60+ years. Our innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office, the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push boundaries in the logistics industry.
Job Overview ( On-site position):
The Senior Financial Analyst is crucial for providing analytical support to our financial and operational leadership, enhancing decision-making through budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial modeling. This role is key to optimizing financial planning and analysis functions, directly affecting the company's profitability.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth analytical reviews of revenue streams and associated expenses to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
- Perform variance analysis against budgets, forecasts, and historical data, providing root cause analysis and insights to guide financial strategies.
- Develop detailed customer-based Profit and Loss statements to assess individual account profitability and inform strategic decisions.
- Design and maintain financial models to assist Executives and Operational stakeholders in making well-informed decisions, enhancing overall business performance.
- Collaborate with operational managers to construct financial forecasting models, employing analytics to predict weekly profitability with precision.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to stakeholders, identifying potential financial risks, recommending process optimizations, and advocating for the elimination of non-value-added activities.
- Support management in executing ad-hoc projects, contributing to the company’s agile response to emerging business challenges.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A BA/BS Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- 5 or more years of relevant experience, ideally within the Transportation and Logistics industry, demonstrating an understanding of sector-specific financial dynamics.
- Strong understanding of common financial concepts, variance analysis, and building Annual operating plans.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Experience in building excel based financial models and analyses and draw conclusions and make recommendations that deliver results and drive improvements
- Experience with developing dashboards using PowerBI, with a strong understanding of DAX/M
- Advanced proficiency in SQL
- Python proficiency a plus
- VBA Proficiency a plus
- Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential financial matters.
- Strong communication and technical skills for effective collaboration and presentation.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Flexibility for travel as needed, supporting the company’s operations and strategic initiatives across various locations.
Physical Demands:
- Extended Sitting: Primarily desk-based with prolonged computer use.
- Computer Use: Frequent operation of computers and office equipment, requiring manual dexterity.
- Eye Strain and Repetitive Motion: Risk from continuous screen use and repetitive tasks like typing.
- Office Navigation: Light walking and standing for meetings and tasks within the office.
- Light Lifting: Occasional handling of objects up to 20 pounds.
NRS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.
If you meet the qualifications for this position and are excited about the opportunity to work for National Retail Systems, Inc., please submit your resume for consideration. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are committed to providing our employees with a positive work environment and opportunities for growth and development.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 5 years (Preferred)
- SQL: 5 years (Preferred)
- Python: 1 year (Preferred)
- VBA: 1 year (Preferred)
- Power BI: 1 year (Preferred)
- Logistics: 5 years (Preferred)
- Financial Analysis: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Compton, CA 90220: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person