We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
In the role of Senior Operations Financial Analyst working on-site in Whitewater, Wisconsin you will be part of the Corporate Finance and Accounting team.
The Senior Operations Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for directing and managing the Global Operations capital and operational budget and for improving overall performance through the proper application of analysis and financial tools. This role facilitates sound business decisions regarding global facility expansions, product line transfers, make/buy decisions, and other operational analysis. The role will be both a strategic thinker and an individual tactical contributor comfortable with influencing and educating multiple levels within the organization to achieve results.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
3 yearsbroad financial experience
2 years experiencein amanufacturing setting
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience with SAP or equivalent ERP
Cost accounting experience
Multi-national manufacturing experience
Experience with total cost of ownership modeling, make versus buy, vertical integration
Essential Duties
Utilizes data mining techniques to research, model, and generate “what if” scenarios on facilities, production transfers, andcomponentmake / buy decisions
Evaluates Return on Investment (ROI) for specific programs and/or projects and recommends appropriate actionProvides direction and support to key business partners
Reviews requests for capital spending and provides input and/or authorization for capital expenditures
Manages standardization of visual management, and global operational processes and costing structures
Proactively directs the annual operating and capital budgeting process including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget
Coordinatesassistsand oversees the development of financial operations business plans that clarify specific financial / non-financial targets and metrics (e.g.Key Performance Indicators) tofacilitatethe achievement of both strategic and tactical business goals;
Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements, and prepares reports and offers insight for productivity improvements.
Other Duties as assigned and the followingBasedon project
Knowledge and Skills
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with the ability to create andmaintaincomplex excel models
Abilityto influence others without direct authority and work effectively with all levels of the organization
Excellent interpersonal, management,motivation,and analytical skills
Ability to translate financial information to a non-financial audience
Ability to convert metrics into meaningful information
Self-starter with initiative and vision
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work in a fast-paced,cross functionalenvironment
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Generac is the total energy solutions company powering a smarter world. We help free people to use energy on their own terms by giving them access to reliable energy that is also cleaner, more efficient and better managed.
We do this by making homes a sanctuary where people have reliable power so they can safely and comfortably work, learn and entertain. Around the world, our commercial and industrial solutions are trusted to power and support businesses and critical infrastructure to protect against the challenges of an aging power grid, increasingly severe weather and escalating energy demands and rising rates.
As an industry pioneer, we are relentlessly focused on the future of energy management. We’re ushering in a new era of energy solutions where we are exploring new technologies, delivering connected solutions and protecting against increasing energy costs for consumers and commercial users.