Financial Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support financial operations within a manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with the Controller and plant leadership team to analyze financial performance, support accounting activities, maintain internal controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial and cost accounting knowledge, payroll experience, and the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insights. This is a full-time, on-site position working Monday through Friday. 

Key Responsibilities 

• General ledger accounting and account reconciliations 

• Month-end close support, journal entries, cost allocations 

• Financial analysis, reporting, business decision support 

• Internal control documentation and SOX compliance support 

• Internal and external audit support 

• Intercompany transaction and invoice reconciliations 

• Accounts receivable and payable monitoring, discrepancy resolution 

• Fixed asset record maintenance, capital project tracking 

• Program launch expense tracking and reporting 

• Inventory control support, physical inventory participation, inventory analysis 

• Cost accounting activities, BOM reviews, cost roll-ups, standard cost updates 

• Product pricing support with commercial teams 

• Payroll processing and payroll accuracy verification 

• Invoice matching and vendor payment support 

• Budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, continuous improvement initiatives 

• Plant safety, environmental, and quality initiative support 

Qualifications 

Required 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; equivalent experience considered 

• 2+ years of financial analysis, accounting, or related experience 

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Effective communication and presentation skills 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently 

• Ownership mindset and ability to navigate ambiguity 

Preferred 

• Manufacturing industry financial analyst experience 

• Cost accounting and inventory analysis experience 

• ERP system experience, preferably SAP and/or HFM 

• Payroll processing experience; ADP preferred 

• Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance 

Additional Information 

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and meet all employment eligibility requirements. 

This position supports and promotes all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, including reporting workplace injuries, incidents, and unsafe conditions. 

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be a complete list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs require. 

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