Financial Analyst

Company Information

 

Standard Furniture is a leading designer and supplier to the retail furniture industry, emerging in 2018 as one of the top 10 revenue producers in the North American market.  Standard Furniture recently acquired Albany Industries based in New Albany, MS, and thus expanding into the stationary upholstery market. Standard Furniture also owns International Furniture Marketing (IFM), a design and sourcing unit of the business. Collectively, Standard Furniture employs over 1,600 people worldwide.  Founded in 1946, Standard Furniture has a long rich heritage in the furniture industry, often referred to as one of the “legacy brands”. In 2015, Standard introduced Magnolia Home, a widely popular, licensed brand of home furnishings designed by Joanna Gaines. 

Standard Furniture is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team in Bay Minette, Alabama. The ideal candidate has experience in Accounting or Finance and is proficient in the use of MS Excel. This position reports to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis and is an important part of the financial team. 

The Financial Analyst assists the Director of FP&A with daily activities related to financial information of the company. This is a key role that is responsible for compiling, analyzing and reviewing financial data to ensure accuracy and timeliness of the deliverables.

Assist in the preparation of financial reports

With the help of computer spreadsheets, draw charts and graphs to perform trend analysis

Perform data entry and verify that the financials tie to underlying support schedules

Develop automated accounting applications to improve productivity

Analyze financial performance and assist in developing forecast models

Assist with the annual budgeting process

Perform budget and cost analysis and assist with the formulation of key drivers

Communicate or liaise with leadership, finance personnel and other analysts in completing work assignments

Core Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience        

Required

Associates Degree in Accounting or Finance

1-3 years’ experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Proficient in the use of MS Excel-formulas, functions, and charts/graphs

Working knowledge of compiling large data sets and financial modeling

Basic understanding of “footing/cross footing” to ensure financial integrity

Is detailed and accuracy oriented

Can effectively communicate verbally and in writing

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize work and efficiently complete tasks

High integrity and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and other sensitive/proprietary knowledge received during the execution of duties

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.