Financial Analyst - Sales Controlling Analyst

This role is hybrid remote with 60% monthly in-office presence in Mount Prospect, Illinois. (3 days in office per week). 

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sales Controlling Analyst – Data & Reporting to join our North America Controlling team within the Power Tools division. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and availability of sales and financial data across the region, supporting effective business planning, reporting, and decision-making.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and technical capabilities with a high degree of ownership and attention to detail. Acting as a key data and reporting expert, this individual will independently manage and continuously improve sales reporting processes, maintain critical reporting tools, and collaborate closely with Sales Controlling, Finance, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure reliable and efficient reporting.

Sales Reporting, Data Management & Analysis

• Own, prepare, maintain, and continuously improve daily and monthly sales reporting processes across North America, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Take ownership of the Sales and Margin Dashboard, ensuring data integrity, reliable performance tracking, and continuous enhancement of reporting capabilities.
• Support Month-End closing activities, including credit note accruals and reversals, data validation, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as a key contact for sales data, reporting requirements, and ad hoc analysis, supporting Sales Controlling and other business stakeholders.
• Drive automation, standardization, and process improvements to increase reporting efficiency, reduce manual activities, and strengthen data quality
Data Expertise & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a key data and reporting expert within the North America Sales Controlling organization, ensuring transparency and consistency across reporting processes and systems.
• Partner closely with Sales Controlling Business Partners to provide reliable data, analytical support, and reporting tools for forecasting, planning, and performance management.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams to resolve data-related issues and improve reporting processes.
• Translate business requirements into practical data solutions, reporting enhancements, and automation opportunities.
• Proactively identify reporting gaps, data quality risks, and opportunities to simplify and optimize existing processes.
• Communicate analytical findings and technical topics clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Function: Finance
Experience Level: Associate