Business Financial Analyst at GAF in Parsippany, NJ

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Job Summary The Financial Analyst serves as a strategic partner to functional leadership, providing critical oversight of corporate cost structures through tracking and reporting of spend. Utilizing core financial and analytical skills, the Financial Analyst will develop a comprehensive understanding of each function's cost structure and will partner with functional leadership to drive overall spend efficiency as well as adherence to spending targets and budgets. This role will also have various responsibilities related to forecasting and the annual budgeting process, ensuring the delivery of projected spend within plan timelines. As part of a broader team focused on SG&A spending, the Financial Analyst will be a critical part of the monthly close process providing insight into spending vs. performance targets and highlighting variances that require review or adjustments by the corporate accounting team. Essential Duties Support the monthly expense review process for corporate functions, collaborating with department heads to analyze actual vs budget variances. Analyze spend details to identify opportunities for savings. Work on process efficiency and improvement of the monthly close activities. Review and analysis of ad-hoc financial reporting and special analytical projects as assigned. Drive reporting utilizing SAC, developing reporting views that drive accountability for business partners. Lead role in the Annual Budget process – developing analysis, preparing budget estimates, and finalizing budgets for leadership approval. Support monthly forecasting efforts, allowing the FP&A team to have a better view of the most up-to-date trends in spend by function. Review expense items and partner with accounting for items that need to be accrued or re-classed to proper accounts. Conduct these activities while ensuring that internal and external standards are being met. Support the launch of SAP OPEX as part of Project Skyline through testing and user training. Partner with workforce planning team to understand headcount moves, additions, and terminations, ensuring that spend projections reflect changes as needed. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree accounting, finance or related degree required 3+ years of experience required. Excellent computer skills/Proficient in Microsoft Excel Qualifications Preferred Ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines. Strong analytical & problem solving skills. Developing the ability to influence and gain buy-in when needed. Good general business knowledge. Ability to build relationships across different levels of the organization. Excellent working knowledge of Google suite, particularly Google Sheets and Slides. Good knowledge of GAF Systems, Applications, & Technologies. Minimum Requirements Pay Transparency Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Salary Range: $68,000-$93,500 How We Protect What Matters Most: 1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. O