Senior Financial Analyst

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the company's financial planning and analysis functions, with a focus on budgeting and forecasting, variance analysis, commission calculations, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Responsibilities

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop, manage, and update detailed annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in collaboration with department heads.
• Track and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, ensuring accuracy and identifying key trends or deviations.
• Provide insightful recommendations for adjusting forecasts based on actual performance.

Variance Analysis

• Perform in-depth variance analysis on budget vs. actual results for key financial metrics.
• Analyze revenue, expense, and margin variances to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with business leaders to explain financial performance and offer actionable insights to address discrepancies or optimize results.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations summarizing variance analysis for senior management and key stakeholders.

Commissions Management

• Oversee and manage the accurate calculation of commissions for sales teams based on performance metrics.
• Collaborate with HR and Sales leadership to ensure commissions are aligned with revenue and sales targets.
• Ensure commission payouts are processed in accordance with company policies and are aligned with sales performance and profitability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Maintain a large set of KPIs to monitor the company's financial health and operational performance.
• Provide regular weekly reports and dashboards tracking key metrics, including sales, revenue, and operational efficiency.
• Identify trends, outliers, and actionable insights from KPI data, presenting findings to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (required) and/or master's in finance or accounting.
• 3+ years of broad and diverse financial/accounting experience specifically associated with Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong acumen in ERP systems (Infor preferred).
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems (Power BI, Datarails).
• Strong financial modeling skills and knowledge of business and accounting processes.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to effectively interact directly with senior management.
• Results-driven and willingness to act as an agent of change (questioning/rethinking processes, identifying opportunities to streamline activities and eliminate waste).
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adjust quickly to changing priorities and business needs.
• Travel as needed and/or required by essential job functions.

Work Environment/ Physical Requirements

Works in fast paced office environment. Many tasks are repetitive in motion and include the use of office equipment (phone, fax, computer, etc.). Must be able to sit (70%), walk/ stand (30%), reach, bend, crouch, twist; manual dexterity required for data entry & other tasks. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. Speaking and hearing are required to communicate internally and over the phone. Vision, depth perception & color vision required to perform essential duties. Working hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Must be flexible to work additional hours from time to time if required.

Location: This position can be fully remote or based out of our Longmont, CO office.

Base Compensation: $70,000 - $109,000 is the projected range of annual base salary for this role depending on the candidate's overall qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: May 25th, 2025.While we anticipate keeping this position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed earlier depending on applicant volume and hiring needs.

We offer an exciting and competitive total compensation package designed to inspire! This includes generous paid time off, holidays, as well as comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, and an outstanding 401k matching program where employees are instantly vested.

At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: "Innovative", "Respectful", "Inviting", "Flexible", "Collaborative", and "Growth Driven". Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

At SENS, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.