Finance and Accounting Analyst

Based in Chanhassen, MN on site, the Finance and Accounting Analyst will support senior FP&A and the accounting close at Physical Electronics USA. The role emphasizes accurate financial results, robust forecasting, and actionable analysis to inform executive decisions. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities across the organization and participate in the monthly close process.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecast updates, and long-range planning cycles.
• Conduct monthly performance analysis, including variance reviews and root-cause explanations.
• Build and maintain sophisticated models for revenue, operating expenses, headcount, capital expenditures, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads and senior leadership to assess performance and forecast outcomes.
• Assemble financial reporting packages, dashboards, and executive presentations.
• Provide financial insight to support pricing decisions, investment evaluation, cost optimization, and growth initiatives.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the sales organization.
• Manage substantial components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, and estimates requiring judgment.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and drive timely resolution of variances.
• Review close results and conduct detailed analysis.
• Coordinate with accounting, payroll, and operational teams to ensure data completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare documentation for auditors and tax advisors.
• Lead initiatives to improve close efficiency, forecast accuracy, and reporting quality.
• Assess and implement enhancements to financial systems, reporting tools, and automation.
• Support ERP upgrades, system integrations, and reporting enhancements.
• Establish and maintain best practices across financial processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, accounting, or a combined role (combined role strongly preferred).
• Deep understanding of financial statements, accounting close, and forecasting methodologies.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modeling expertise.
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and operate independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and meticulous attention to detail.

Technologies

Proficient with the following tools and platforms:

• Power BI
• Tableau
• Adaptive
• Anaplan
• GP Dynamics
• Business Central
• D365

Benefits

• Paid holidays and vacation
• Unlimited PTO
• Department hosted lunches
• Employee-led wellness activities
• On-site gym
• Employer contribution to H.S.A.
• Safe-harbor 401k contributions
• Medical, dental and employer paid life insurance
• Student tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing education and training opportunities
• Employer matched charitable contributions