Senior Financial Analyst

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Recruiter: Neelam Patel / neelam.patel@airgas.com/913435762 CALL/TEXT

Join our South Division FP&A team and play a vital role in supporting the Director of FP&A. With approximately half of the focus dedicated to financial reporting, you'll be instrumental in generating value added reporting and contributing to internal financial narratives, collaborating with regional finance teams identify and execute on opportunities within the business. This impactful role also involves developing insightful monthly and quarterly financial metrics, providing a clear performance overview across South Division regional companies. We're seeking someone who can effectively utilize tools like Python & Power BI and has experience with automation to enhance our reporting and analytical processes. This role is about providing our people leaders with the critical analysis and robust reporting needed to understand trends, optimize business strategies, and shape the South Division's financial direction.

• Drive South Division Financial Reporting (Approx. 50% Focus):

  • Generate and publish reporting on a daily / weekly / month basis as needed.

  • Develop and distribute insightful monthly and quarterly financial metrics and reporting packages for the South Division.

  • Prepare periodic reports and presentations for the Director of FP&A and Senior management.

  • Utilize SAP's Business Warehouse, Airgas Common Data Models, Air Liquide Data Studio & Core Data Models and Power BI to efficiently extract, analyze, and visualize data for reporting purposes.

  • Identify and implement opportunities to automate reporting processes for improved efficiency and accuracy.

• Support Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis (Approx. 50% Focus):

  • Analyze key financial and operating metrics (sales trends, margins, expenses, capital utilization) specific to the South Division, providing clear and concise analysis to the Director of FP&A.

  • Assist in the development of sophisticated financial models supporting South Division strategy and corporate FP&A, with a focus on forecasting, scenario planning, and commission impact.

  • Take a significant role in the detailed analysis and reporting of sales commissions, ensuring accuracy, providing variance analysis, and collaborating on commission-related tasks.

  • Participate in the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes for the South Division, working closely with regional finance and supporting the Director of FP&A's initiatives.

  • Conduct insightful ad hoc analyses as requested by the Director of FP&A.

  • Stay informed of industry trends and technologies, contributing fresh perspectives to enhance our financial analysis and reporting capabilities within the South Division.

  • Execute assigned projects and tasks as directed by the Director of FP&A.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field. MBA and/or CPA preferred.

• Experience: 3+ years of progressive financial reporting and analysis experience with a proven track record with experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience Python, Power BI and automation tools/techniques is a plus.

• Effective Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to clearly convey financial information to various audiences, including the Director of FP&A and regional teams.

• Strong Analytical & Reporting Skills: Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate clear, actionable insights and robust financial reports, particularly related to financial performance and commission structures.

• Technical Expertise: Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills are critical. Experience with Power BI and other data visualization tools is highly desirable. Strong proficiency in SAP or other ERP is preferred. Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., SQL, Python) is a plus.

• Demonstrated Results Orientation: Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment, directly supporting the Director of FP&A's objectives.

• Collaborative Approach: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams and build positive working relationships, particularly with regional finance and in support of the Director of FP&A.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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