Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis at Vertiv Group

DescriptionSummaryThe Senior Financial Analyst will play a critical role within the Global ER&D Business Finance organization supporting all aspects of Fixed Costs and Capex financial management. This role is 90% operational and 10% strategic with a focus on forecast accuracy monthly actuals review variance analysis and effective business partnering with global engineering leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical rigor a statistical mindset and a continuous improvement approach to streamline processes enhance data accuracy and elevate decision-making across the ER&D function.ResponsibilitiesOwn monthly and quarterly Fixed Cost and Capex forecast cycles ensuring accuracy alignment to targets and timely updates to leadership.Review monthly actuals vs. forecast vs. target providing clear concise and action-oriented variance analysis.Partner closely with ER&D Directors Managers and Project Teams to explain financial results identify risks & opportunities and propose mitigation actions.Prepare and support executive-level presentations including monthly ER&D financial slides and QBR content.Monitor Capex initiatives track NPDI project spend validate business cases and support governance processes.Request and validate journal entries to ensure the general ledger accurately reflects business activity.Perform deep-dive analytics to identify cost optimization opportunities and efficiency gains across ER&D.Support and enhance core processesincluding forecast models reporting packages and intake workflowsleveraging automation and advanced tools where possible.Collaborate with peers across Finance and Engineering to promote transparency consistency and continuous improvement.Maintain a strong statistical mindset to evaluate trends improve forecasting models and bring data-driven thinking to recurring processes.Proactively seek out development opportunities learn new tools and contribute to building a high-performing team culture.QualificationsBachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Engineering or related discipline.Minimum of 2 years of financial analysis experience (FP&A cost analysis operational finance or similar).Strong analytical modeling and problem-solving skills with a statistics-oriented approach to data.Advanced proficiency with Excel and experience working with financial systems.Ability to present insights clearly across all levels including senior leadership.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities operate with urgency and meet tight deadlines.High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Strong communication and business partnering skills.Preferred QualificationsHands-on experience with HFM/EPM Oracle EBS PowerQuery or Alteryx.Experience supporting Fixed Costs and/or Capex in a global environment.Background working with ER&D product development or operational teams.Experience preparing executive-level financial presentations.Demonstrated success in continuous improvement automation or process redesign efforts.Physical & Environmental Demands: -NoneTravel Required: -<5%Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Financial Concepts,Pivot tables,Accounting,Analysis Skills,Microsoft Excel,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Planning Employment Type : Full Time Department / Functional Area: Finance Experience: years Vacancy: 1