Senior Financial Analyst

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Your role at Clorox:

To be successful he/she must demonstrate the following skills: leadership, influencing, analytical, communication and be an agent of change. Sr. Financial Analyst must also successfully lead, train and engage new team members.

In this role, you will:

Financial Planning and Reporting.

• Ensures monthly accounting close for multiple owned SBUs and accounts, including but not limited to purchase price variance, are performed in accordance with company accounting policies and procedures, Internal Control Compliance and GAAP.
• Forecasting: Lead key monthly forecast processes, providing insights that contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the company’s financial plans, and performance vs expectations.
• Establishes productive, professional relationships with key personnel in Procurement and SBU teams.
• Management updates: Collaborate with business units to provide timely and accurate financial updates informing both internal and external outlooks.
• Support the annual standards setting process and training.

Contract Analysis/ Process Improvement

• Decision support: Provide thought leadership and financial expertise to strategic decisions, such as contract analysis and business projects, among others.
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset by proactively identifying, championing and driving process improvements through partnerships with Business Units, Cost and Forecast teams.

Internal Controls

• Support extensive internal controls processes for financial planning and supply chain finance ensuring no material deficiencies, partnering with Business Units on control requirements and maintaining correct documentation.

What we look for:

Years and Type of Experience:

• 3+ Years of professional experience in finance and/or accounting.

Skills and Abilities

• Change agent - Strong ability to influence others and drive change.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial personnel.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to thrive in unstructured environments and adapt quickly to unforeseen circumstances.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and financial reporting software.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Ability to work effectively in teams (both within Finance and cross-functionally)
• Strong planning & organizing skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and self-manage workload to meet deadlines

Education Level/Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA or equivalent working experience.

Workplace type:

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.Learn more.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation

• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international

• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being

• Flexible work environment, depending on your role

• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing

• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

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