Role Summary/Purpose:

In this role, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing valuable financial insights into both the General Accounting and Cost Accounting areas.

Essential Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis: Perform financial analysis to assess business performance, trends, and forecast future financial outcomes.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, assuring alignment with organizational goals.
Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on financial performance, including variance analysis, and present findings to senior management.
Cost Accounting: Set standard cost on all new part numbers. Participate in the annual cost accounting process including variance analysis.
Accounts Receivable: Process daily AR including credit and collections activities and sales tax exemption certificate requirements by customer.
Month End process: Perform month end closing entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams such as accounting, operations, purchasing and sales to gather data, evaluate financial impacts, and provide actionable insights.
Participate in projects as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Minimum 3 years of Finance experience in Manufacturing
Minimum 3 years Cost Accounting and financial analysis experience
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally
Proficient use of financial systems and analysis tools including Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance
CPA preferred but not required

Key Competencies:

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
A proactive, self-starter attitude and strong time-management skills
Ability to analyze complex issues, develop appropriate action plans and deliver results timely
Ability to lead projects and assignments

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