Financial Operations Analyst at Andersen in Cottage Grove, MN

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN SUMMARY

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members' personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they're most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

SUMMARY

The Financial Operations Analyst primarily monitors cash disbursements to retailers and rFinance, period accounting close process including journal entries, account reconciliations, monthly service fee billing, and reporting. Data analytics responsibilities as assigned. To complete these tasks, the analyst will be responsible for validating data, maintaining complex spreadsheets, and working independently to complete tasks.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs the daily reconciliation of cash disbursement to retailers and rFinance by lenders. This includes following up with stakeholders such as the tech team, lenders, retailers and accounting, investigating differences to ensure disbursements are accurate. To do this accurately and efficiently, data validation needs to be performed and the reconciliation spreadsheet needs to be maintained as well as identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Performs the period-end accounting close process including journal entries account reconciliations and periodic accruals. To do so, the analyst will analyze revenue, operating expenses, and selling, general and administrative expenses (SGA) to ensure accurate and complete accounting of the financial performance of rFinance. This also includes working with business partners on financial analysis and departmental budgets/forecasts.

Performs the monthly service fee billing process in a timely and accurate fashion to ensure retailer and corporate accounting's expectations are met. To do this accurately and efficiently, data validation needs to be performed and the billing spreadsheet needs to be maintained as well as identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Performs reporting and data analytics as assigned by the Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA or CMA preferred or four to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (especially complex functions and formulas)

Integrate and work with large data sets using Power Query and Power Pivot

Familiarity with Power BI other BI tools to create and share visualizations

Experience with reconciliations and data validation

Detail orientated

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Self-starter, disciplined

High level of integrity

Aptitude to quickly learn and apply technical aspects of consumer finance

CULTURE AND BENEFITS (include with all job postings):

"Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

* Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

* Health Savings Account contributions

* Paid holidays plus PTO

* 401(k) plan & contributions

* Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities

* Charity contributions

* Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posting City: Bayport, MN