Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for Business Analyst (ENTRY LEVEL ONLY) to join our YGC team in Kennesaw, GA. The Business Analyst II will assist the Business Planning Manager in budgeting/ forecasting review and implementation, operational reporting and executive presentations, strategic planning, and some month end accounting activities.
What you’ll be doing:
- Budgeting/ Forecasting responsibilities include building P&L’s with unit growth, revenue, expense and overall margin of profit centers while working with all groups to implement.
- Prepare various weekly/ monthly reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
- Operational reporting and Executive presentations include but is not limited to monthly dashboards and presentation decks, KPI tracking and analysis, inventory reporting, weekly wholesale and retail status reports, cost center reporting, etc.
- Assist with the development and tracking of strategic long term plan initiatives, semiannual budgets, and MBO objectives while identifying trends and providing insights on performance.
- Provide support to senior business leaders in managing day-to-day financial operations and performance including monthly cost center reviews; further support on special projects that drive critical business decisions.
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiencies in current environment.
- Adapt to future SAP system upgrades and create new processes and reporting.
- Assist Accounting with month end close as necessary.
- Ad Hoc reporting and other duties as required.
What you’ll need to be successful:
- BA/BS in Business Administration, Economics, Management, Finance or Marketing is required.
- 3+ years of financial analysis experience.
- 3+ years of experience with database management tools including report development.
- Knowledge of Business Objects and SAP is highly desirable.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Word).
- Must have strong follow-through skills and ability to implement suggested strategies.
- Exceptional analytical and computer skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- ENTRY LEVEL ONLY
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
What’s in it for you:
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Fertility Benefits
- 37.5-hour workweek
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
- Long-Term Disability
- Student Debt Repayment Benefits
- Ability to borrow Yamaha product
Reports to: Business Planning Manager
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
