Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)

Overview

This role supports manufacturing operations by using financial analysis and reporting to inform business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Generate, maintain, and analyze reports and financial data for monthly business reviews and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, annual standard cost updates, and monthly forecasts.
• Perform weekly and monthly financial close activities.
• Support manufacturing planning and operations through financial analysis and reporting.
• Develop analytical tools and models to support business decision-making.
• Provide cost and general ledger accounting support during month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, operational reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis.
• Complete inventory reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering, production control, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop business case assumptions and financial analyses.
• Provide department leaders with key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial insights to support operational execution.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and provide ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
• Promote and practice safe work habits in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of Financial Analysis experience.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including linked spreadsheets, data downloads, complex formulas, and pivot tables.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple systems.
• Financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or MBA.
• 3–5 years of Financial Analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of cost accounting theories and practices.
• Experience using Power BI and other reporting and data visualization tools.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, inventory analysis, and cost accounting activities.
• Experience working with multiple databases and large data sets.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits plans, including medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and other options.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Work Authorization

• This employer will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.