DESCRIPTION

The Regional Financial Analyst is the key financial position supporting the corporate executive groups in financial matters including coordinating, gathering, analyzing, summarizing and reporting related to financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow analysis, business process improvements, business results all based upon effective financial modeling and statistical analysis consistent with company global processes. This position is also responsible for assisting with identifying and describing potential business risks in the LAR and for recommending appropriate counter measures.

Essential job functions include, but not limited to:

• Support all aspects of the region's periodic forecasting, budgeting and long range financial planning process:

o   Coordinate and manage budgeting and forecasting processes for the region,
o   Responsible for information flow and handling inquiries from regional and corporate operating managers executives,
o   Prepare budgets and forecasts, identify and analyze trends in sales, expenses, general business conditions and other areas affecting the business,
o   Assist Territory/Area Managers with analysis of budget overages and variances and margin analysis, and
o   Research financial anomalies and make recommendations for changes/improvements/corrections as necessary.   

• Support period-end close for the region, providing information and analysis to regional managers:

o   Analyze and track revenues, related expenses and profit margins for the region. Provide detailed monthly and annual reports on actual vs. budgeted results and highlight variances to budget,
o   Utilize Oracle in the preparation of analytic reporting to be used by business users.  

• Lead the analysis of margin performance across the region and support regional management in price/cost analysis:

o   Analyze pricing performance across the region to identify opportunities for improved profitability and optimization of capital investment,
o   Support management in the setting of prices using competitive analysis,
o   Analyze products, propose adjustments and/or provide feedback on product pricing,
o   Support management with the analysis of the Region's total cost structure.  

• Support Regional executives with financial analysis for new business opportunities and with the preparation of business plans. 
   
• Responsible for regional capital analysis:

o   Evaluate and provide financial approval return on capital forms (AFE) ensuring that hurdle rates for capital investment are met,
o   Perform monthly tracking and analysis of regional capex spend in accordance with budgeted/forecasted amounts.  

• Business Partner:

o   Serves as a business partner interacting and providing financial support to the management team,
o   Communicates effectively with all levels to ensure business partners and key stakeholders are well informed and aligned with company strategies and objectives.  

• Support Regional executives with business risk analysis and counter measure identification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. MBA desired.
• 10 or more years of experience in a mid to large-size United States based company and/or public accounting firm.
• CPA desired.
• Proficiency in computer business applications and accounting systems. 
• Ability to meet multiple reporting deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Fluent English with fluent Spanish and Portuguese (preferable), or fluency in Spanish or Portuguese with strong comprehension in the other language is required.
• Strong knowledge of the mining and/or heavy construction and fabrication industries desired.

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

If you are interested and meet the requirements above, email your resume along with a brief summary indicating how your experience and skills specifically qualify you for this position. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

CER is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation or preference, religion, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability