A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.
About the Role
The Senior Financial Analyst role will support the Lifestyle Professional Solutions business unit as a member of the Global Finance team. The key focus includes budgeting, forecasting, and analytics with an emphasis on the business’s commercial activities. This position is also responsible for completing complex management reports and financial models, process improvement initiatives, and developing recommendations for change. A solid knowledge of financial systems is required.
What You Will Do
- Prepare annual operating and capital budgets, long-term planning, and monthly forecasts
- Review and report on variance analysis of actual vs. Forecast, Plan & Prior Year
- Month-end close reporting and reconciliation; review and validate Shared Services’ work submissions
- Support cost center activity including monthly reporting and analysis and leading reviews with Leadership
- Analyze and evaluate the elements of the business unit’s operating results and financial position; analyze and implement aligned options for business unit improvement on expenses
- Ensure SOX compliance as identified by Internal Audit/external vendor in compliance with SOX narratives
- Streamline tools and processes to improve analysis of complex data and make recommendations
- Perform ad hoc projects as required
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field with a Master’s degree or CMA preferred.
- Five or more years of experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of P&L and cash budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes
- Strong analytical, written, verbal, and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments and management levels
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy with a heightened sense of urgency and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills with experience developing and executing executive-level presentations.
- SAP or other large ERP and follow-on system experience along with the ability to manage large data sets
- Ability to contribute both as an effective individual and as a proactive team member
What is Nice to Have
- Experience working in a global organization work setting
- Experience working in disparate time zones
- Experience working in the consumer products industry
What Makes You Eligible
- Availability to travel up to 5% domestically as required.
- Willingness to work remotely with twice weekly trips into the Northridge, CA office as scheduled or requested (this could be on 24-hour notice).
- Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
- Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.)
- Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams across the world
- Hybrid work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration
- Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities
- On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development are provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee, and multiple Employee Resource Groups, including the Harman Women’s Network.
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Salary Ranges:
$ 83,250 - $ 122,100
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
