Sales Financial Analyst II

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

Job Summary:

Financial analysis / business partnering role providing financial guidance to the Americas Sales function within Farnell (Newark)/Avnet, aimed at enhancing sales and profitability. This involves comprehensive reporting, analysis, interpretation, and communication of financial and operational data to empower informed decision-making within the sales team.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to blend financial expertise with business acumen, contributing to the success of our organization.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Offer supportive guidance to the Sales team while fostering an environment of constructive challenge, encouraging innovative thinking and careful consideration of financial data. Collaborate with the Sales function to enhance profitability and inform decision-making by providing insightful analysis and interpretation of financial and operational data.

• Provide timely and insightful financial analysis and recommendations to key internal customers based on analysis of key performance metrics.

• Explain variances to budgets/forecast, communicate changes in trends, and identify areas for improvement.

• Help Sales leaders understand their financial results.

• Work with data in Excel and SQL (can learn on the job) to develop financial reports for forecasting and trend reports.

• Provide summary narratives to sales and executive leadership.

• Work with the Business Intelligence team to request information.

• Explore relevant tools available to share information and reporting.

• Responds to information requests from internal customers and others as assigned.

• Develop and distribute monthly and quarterly rereports.

• Track and calculate customer rebates and work with Accounting team to accrue the expense.

• Reviews and analyze reports to verify results.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with managing large datasets and large volumes of data.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of financial analysis principles, with a general understanding of industry practices.
• Ability to work independently with judgment and discretion, receiving limited guidance for new assignments.

Work Experience:

• Typically 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.