Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Job in Ontario, California US

Senior Analyst, Financial Planning Analysis

JOB TITLE: Senior Analyst, Financial Planning Analysis At Cardinal Health, we're developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities. Function: Finance General Family: Financial Planning Analysis What Financial Planning Analysis contributes to Cardinal Health Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for Providing financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making. What is expected of you for success in your role Demonstrates working knowledge of financial statements and analytical techniques Assesses accuracy of data based on comparisons to budgets and/or forecasts Creates simple forecasting and financial models Prepares and analyzes basic monthly actuals to budget/forecast variances Researches variances to understand business trends Explains own analyses and forms conclusions What is expected of you and others at this level in Finance - General for functional success Works to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand and by breaking them down into smaller pieces Proactively develops and maintains broad knowledge of the technical disciplines in own functional area(s); applies broad knowledge of trends and Uses deep subject matter/functional expertise, influence and process skills to help internal/external customers and stakeholders identify and meet their high priority needs while considering cultural and diversity implications. Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of protocols, programs or deliverables; compares measurement results to standards and takes Evaluates alternative solutions/decisions in light of the potential impact on the internal/external customer and Cardinal Health; understands the resource implications of solutions and makes recommendations in adherence to governance and prioritization guidelines Accountabilities in this role ? Reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for the West Region Medical Supply Chain business. ? Focus on month-end close, financial reporting, planning, and analysis on Other Cost of Sales ("OCOS") and Operating Expenses ("OPEX"). ? Provide direct financial support for operation managers, distribution/trans managers, and other region management, with regards to OPEX and OCOS location and regional results. Qualifications BA in accounting or finance or a related field; CPA or CPA Candidate a plus Minimum 2 yrs experience Strong communication analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Requisition ID : 12000695 Primary Location : California-Ontario-Med Prod #4551 Travel : No Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Jan 20, 2012, 3:29:16 PM