Who We Are: We are Newark, an Avnet Company, part of Farnell Global, the fast and reliable distributor of products and technology for electronic and industrial system design, maintenance, and repair. From research and design through prototype to production, we are here to help you access the products and services you need 24/7. With more than 80 years of experience, 47 localized websites, and a dedicated team of over 3,500 employees, we provide every component you need to build the technology of tomorrow. Farnell Global trades as Farnell in Europe, Newark in North America, and element14 throughout Asia Pacific. We also sell direct to consumers through a network of resellers, and our CPC business in the UK. We have been part of the established global technology distributor, Avnet, since 2016. Today, this relationship allows us to support our customers at every stage of the product life cycle, offering a truly unique distribution model, as well as expertise in end-to-end delivery and product design. Job Summary: The financial analyst position provides financial analysis for the Americas Sales team and supports the global Finance team within Farnell (a division of Avnet). This involves comprehensive reporting, analysis, interpretation, and communication of financial and operational data to empower informed decision-making within the business. This role offers an exciting opportunity to blend financial expertise with business acumen, contributing to the success of our organization. Principal Responsibilities: Offer supportive analysis and guidance to the America's Sales team and other departments while fostering an environment of constructive challenge, encouraging innovative thinking and careful consideration of financial data. Collaborate with the business partners to enhance profitability and inform decision-making by providing insightful analysis and interpretation of financial and operational data. Support the global Finance team through reporting, reviewing data, and helping to resolve issues. Provide timely and insightful financial analysis and recommendations to key internal customers based on analysis of key performance metrics. Explain variances to budgets/forecasts, communicate changes in trends, and identify areas for improvement. Help business leaders understand their financial results. Provide summary narratives to sales and executive leadership. Work with the Business Intelligence team to request information. Explore relevant tools available to share information and reporting. Work with data in Excel and SQL (can learn on the job) to develop financial reports for forecasting and trend reports and data analysis. Responds to information requests from internal customers and others as assigned. Develop and distribute monthly and quarterly rereports. Reviews and analyze reports to verify results. Other duties as assigned. Job Level Specifications: Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills. Strong Excel skills and experience with managing large datasets and large volumes of data. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of financial analysis principles, with a general understanding of industry practices. Ability to work independently with judgment and discretion, receiving limited guidance for new assignments. Work Experience: Typically, 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent. Education and Certification(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. #LI-HYBRID What We Offer: Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community. Generous Paid Time Off 401K and Pension Plan Paid Holidays Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption) Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Employee Development Resources Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669. At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE® 500 technology solutions company with an extensive ecosystem that delivers design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise to customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet, or one of our companies, means being a part of a global team; we work collaboratively and with integrity, and do business the right way. At every turn we partner together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates deliver what is next in technology distribution. Avnet Companies: Avnet Abacus Avnet Embedded Avnet Integrated Avnet Manufacturing Services Avnet Silica EBV Elektronik element14 Farnell Hackster.io Newark
