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What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.\nThis role is currently based at our Minneapolis office and will transition to our new headquarters in Dayton, MN, in 2027.\nThe Senior Financial Analyst will be a key strategic partner responsible for driving financial performance and enhancing financial understanding across the organization. This role involves delivering advanced financial analysis, process improvements, and actionable insights to influence decision-making at senior levels. The Senior Financial Analyst will identify opportunities for optimization, lead initiatives for financial transformation, and play a critical role in aligning the organization’s financial objectives with business strategies.\nWhat You Will Do at Graco\nFinancial Oversight and Management\nOversee the accounting and management of demonstration inventory, ensuring accurate and complete records are maintained to support operational and strategic decisions.\n\nLead the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of incentive plans for sales and marketing teams.\n\nPrepare regular reporting of incentive achievement that is understandable and actionable for the commercial team to drive sales\n\nManage key aspects of the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards.\n\nSupport the calculation, review and accounting for rebates, royalties and other marketing and sales programs\n\nEnsure the accurate and timely accounting of sales, COGS, rebates, royalties, incentives, compliance charges, and other marketing programs.\n\nStrategic Financial Planning\nSupport the periodic and annual budgeting and financial planning process, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.\n\nProvide expert-level support for internal and external reporting requirements by responding to Corporate Reporting and Finance requests.\n\nDeliver advanced financial modeling and forecasting to evaluate and present complex financial scenarios.\n\nProcess Improvement and Automation\nSuggest, lead, and implement process enhancements and reporting improvements, including automation and the use of advanced visualization tools like Power BI.\n\nEnsure compliance with financial policies and procedures, providing training and regular updates to stakeholders as needed.\n\nFinancial Analysis and Reporting\nProvide detailed variance analysis, comparing actual performance against budgets and forecasts, and deliver actionable insights to improve financial outcomes.\n\nEnhance data-driven decision-making by managing and maintaining robust financial databases, automated reporting systems, and analytics tools.\n\nEnsure all reporting is timely and accurate\n\nStakeholder Communication and Influence\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that support strategic business initiatives.\n\nPresent financial reports and strategic insights to senior management, clarifying data implications and aligning recommendations with business objectives.\n\nBuild strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster financial understanding and drive alignment on organizational goals.\n\nWhat You Bring to Graco\nBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; an MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.\n\n5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, preferably within a global industrial manufacturing environment.\n\nExperience in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.\n\nAdvanced skills in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).\n\nIn-depth knowledge of financial regulations, reporting standards, and cost accounting principles.\n\nExceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.\n\nStrong leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.\n\nOutstanding communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying financial insights to non-financial audiences.\n\nProven ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while managing competing priorities.\n\nAccelerators\nExperience in global industrial manufacturing, with a strong understanding of its financial drivers and operational complexities.\n\nProven track record of leading financial process improvements and automation initiatives.\n\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).\nAt Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.\nGraco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.\nOur company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.\nThe base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. 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