Financial Analyst

The Paul Reed Smith Guitars (PRS) is hiring an ONSITE Financial Analyst, FP&A responsible for supporting business analysis, forecasting, and budget management. This role will report directly to the CFO.

Reports to:

Chief Financial Officer

Summary of the Financial Analyst, FP&A: 

Provides financial analysis and forward-looking financial modeling to identify areas for improvement.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Financial Analyst, FP&A:

• Performs consolidation of U.S. Entity, PRS Europe, PRS Japan and PRS Canada in support of the financial close, forecasting and planning.
• Prepares reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Reviews reports to analyze projections of sales and profit against actual figures, budgeted expenses against final totals and suggests methods of improving the planning process as appropriate. Assist in the preparation of the Board Meeting presentation
• Act as the primary overseer of the financial health of PRS Europe, PRS Japan and PRS Canada. Responsible for communicating any anomalies in a timely fashion to the CFO.
• Builds and maintains financial forecasting tools to support in year, budgets and long-term strategic plans.
• Build and maintains financial models to support capital investment to support prioritization of spend and maintain ROI criteria.
• Assist in the production of timely and accurate monthly GAPP financial reporting packages.
• Assist with the recommendation, development, and implementation of process improvements in support of department goals. Partner with the designated team to streamline/automate segmentation reporting and visualizations for key front-end metrics (sales/margins/orders/etc.).

Experience Requirements and Competencies for the Financial Analyst, FP&A:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field is required
• Requires at least 2 years of Experience, prior manufacturing or FP&A experience preferred
• Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and Powerpoint, is required.
• Ability to effectively prepare and present financial analysis summaries and projections as required.
• Experience with ERP systems required, knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 or AX 20212 preferred
• Establishing and fostering collaborative relationships across all levels to provide a high level of service in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Strong time management and sense of urgency to address issues promptly is necessary in this role along with the ability to be flexible and agile.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• This role will require the ability to develop recommendations for process improvement.
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills – ability to work collaboratively with all levels of internal staff as well as outside business partners
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, make decisions, and build consensus
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment. Ability to manage and advance multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment and to perform at all levels of the job – not afraid to roll up your sleeves 

Salary Range for the Financial Analyst, FP&A:

• $79,000 - $95,000

About Us:

Since our humble beginning in 1985, PRS Guitars strives to create the highest quality instruments possible. Guitar and amplifier building are very personal things here, as most of us are dedicated players, refining our craft as builders, musicians, and artists of all kinds. Our deep commitment to the craft and our culture of quality are what drives PRS in the workplace and the marketplace.

We are a unique bunch with passion, deeply rooted culture, and an ever-maturing understanding of the instrument, so if you are looking for an exciting career opportunity within a fast-paced and dynamic organization. PRS could be a great fit for you! Being located on Kent Island gives you the best of both worlds within Maryland. And we are less than a mile from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which makes commuting a snap regardless of which side of the bridge you call home.  

Benefits:

• Medical Coverage (3 Plans Options)
• Dental Coverage (2 Plan Options)
• Vision Coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long term and short-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee guitars
• Discounts on PRS gear and apparel
• We like to have FUN! Parties, Ping Pong, Employee Art Shows, Onsite Biometric Screening & other wellness activities, Game Nights, Movie Nights, Employee Band Concerts are just a few examples on our typical Fun Calendar!