Senior Financial Analyst

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life. Financial Analyst, Senior - Divisional The Senior Financial Analyst will be a key strategic partner responsible for driving financial performance and enhancing financial understanding across the organization. This role involves delivering advanced financial analysis, process improvements, and actionable insights to influence decision-making at senior levels. The Senior Financial Analyst will identify opportunities for optimization, lead initiatives for financial transformation, and play a critical role in aligning the organization’s financial objectives with business strategies.  What You Will Do at Graco   Financial Oversight and Management   Lead the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of incentive plans for sales and marketing teams.  Prepare regular reporting of incentive achievement that is understandable and actionable for the commercial team to drive sales Manage key aspects of the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards.  Support the calculation, review and accounting for rebates, royalties and other marketing and sales programs Ensure the accurate and timely accounting of sales, COGS, rebates, royalties, incentives, compliance charges, and other marketing programs.  Strategic Financial Planning   Support the periodic and annual budgeting and financial planning process, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.  Provide expert-level support for internal and external reporting requirements by responding to Corporate Reporting and Finance requests.  Deliver advanced financial modeling and forecasting to evaluate and present complex financial scenarios.  Process Improvement and Automation   Suggest, lead, and implement process enhancements and reporting improvements, including automation and the use of advanced visualization tools like Power BI.  Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, providing training and regular updates to stakeholders as needed.  Financial Analysis and Reporting   Provide detailed variance analysis, comparing actual performance against budgets and forecasts, and deliver actionable insights to improve financial outcomes.  Enhance data-driven decision-making by managing and maintaining robust financial databases, automated reporting systems, and analytics tools.  Ensure all reporting is timely and accurate Stakeholder Communication and Influence   Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that support strategic business initiatives.  Present financial reports and strategic insights to senior management, clarifying data implications and aligning recommendations with business objectives.  Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster financial understanding and drive alignment on organizational goals.  What You Bring to Graco    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; an MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.  5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, preferably within a global industrial manufacturing environment.  Experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.  Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).  In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, reporting standards, and cost accounting principles.  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex