Financial Analyst

Company Description

Operating within the newly established Umdasch Industrial Solutions division, AT-PAC is a global leader in scaffolding solutions. Specializing in the industrial market segment, AT-PAC focuses on serving all scaffold contractors and industrial service companies across a variety of sectors.

AT-PAC became fully integrated into the Umdasch Group in 2023, combining its 25 years of industrial scaffolding expertise with Doka’s 150-year legacy in formwork and shoring. This strategic move reinforced AT-PAC’s commitment to strengthening its global market position and delivering exceptional solutions to the industrial sector. Since then, AT-PAC has taken on the role of competence center for scaffolding within the Umdasch Group, ensuring a unified supply model and facilitating the seamless sharing of expertise and resources across divisions.

Looking ahead, AT-PAC will continue to drive innovation, focusing on the technical development of its scaffolding systems and digital solutions. As we expand our global footprint, we remain dedicated to delivering safety and efficiency through our scaffolding solutions and drive the success of industrial projects worldwide.

NAM Operating Unit Overview:

AT-PAC North America consists of USA & Canada which stands as the largest operating business within our group representing 6 branches in USA and 1 branch in Canada located strategically across the countries and a HQ office in Houston for USA and HQ office in Edmonton for Canada. In addition to its core rental and sales business, AT-PAC USA and Canada also offer engineering support along with a range of project services and scaffolding management technology used to make scaffolding more efficient on jobsites. The country management organization is made up of a Managing Director, Head of Sales, Head of Operations, Engineering, Controlling, Marketing, Safety and Branch Operations.

Reporting to the Director of Finance for North America, the Financial Analyst is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting for AT-PAC USA and Canada. This individual will manage a top to bottom P&L and Balance Sheet for a specific region while simultaneously support other regions as needed. This role is critical for ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing strategic guidance to support business growth, optimizing costs, and improving overall financial performance.

Additionally, the role requires collaboration with Accounting, Corporate FP&A, Operations and Sales teams, to effectively manage business, project costs and margins.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), advanced excel and financial modeling skills and be a proactive thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities

Job Description

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) & Performance:

• Manage a full top to bottom P&L and Balance Sheet from to bottom for a specific region.
• Develop a bottoms-up budget and forecast
• Monitor and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including Gross Margin (GM), IC margins, cost controls and inventory levels to drive business decisions.
• Ensure accurate project costing and pricing strategies to maintain profitability.
• Oversee cost allocation processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making at the executive level. Financial Reporting & Compliance:
• Prepare financial reports for branch managers, Sales and Ops Group.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Foster strong collaboration with the US shared service finance department to ensure alignment in reporting processes.
• Work closely with Sales, Operations and Branches teams to optimize supply chain and inventory management (e.g., Inventory on Hand).
• Drive initiatives to improve working capital, capex efficiency, and overall financial performance. Investment & Risk Management & Compliance:
• Understand the Accounts Receivable & Collection process to manage DSO targets.
• Establish and enforce robust internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Assess financial risks related to new projects, market fluctuations, and customer payment terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience supporting a divisional Finance group and/or Corporate FP&A.
• Advanced Excel Financial Modeling skills are required.
• Experience in the construction, scaffolding, or industrial sectors is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial modeling, and forecasting techniques.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and manage multiple priorities

Additional Information

Why Join:

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial future of a growing company.
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and professional development opportunities.
• Company culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across departments.