Financial Analyst – FP&A SG&A

The Enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis team provides centralized planning forecasting and guidance for Sherwin-Williams global businesses. This includes partnering with the companys business units to develop an accurate view and expectation of business drivers enabling business strategy and action.

The FP&A Financial Analyst SG&A is a key contributor to Sherwin-Williams financial strategy helping shape decisions that drive growth and efficiency across the this role youll support critical activities in strategic planning budgeting forecasting and analysis for workforce selling general administrative and other non-operating expenses. Working closely with the FP&A Manager youll assist in delivering accurate forecasts insightful variance analysis and dynamic scenario modeling to optimize resource allocation and align financial plans with corporate objectives. This position offers high visibility and exposure to global FP&A and accounting processes providing an opportunity to influence decision-making and make a tangible impact on the companys success.

This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at the Global Headquarters in Cleveland OH.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Develop financial models and perform scenario analysis to support business planning and decision-making.

• Prepare variance analyses and recurring management reports identifying key drivers and highlighting actionable insights.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather information monitor budget trends and support expense management objectives.

• Summarize financial data and findings in a clear concise manner for business and finance stakeholders.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing planning forecasting reporting and analytical processes.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or Business Administration
• 1 years of experience in finance accounting planning and/or forecasting.
• Experience in planning budgeting and may include creating a rolling forecast capital planning workforce planning commercial planning and building an annual operating plan.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience in modeling and synthesizing complex financial analysis operational and KPI data.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age

Preferred:

• Masters degree in business Finance or Accounting
• CPA/CMA
• Experience using and implementing financial modeling and forecasting tools.
• Experience in variance and financial statement analysis.
• Experience using OneStream Oracle applications.

Travel: 5%