We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support business performance through insightful reporting, forecasting, and financial evaluation. This role will partner with operational and leadership teams to interpret results, identify trends, and provide recommendations that improve decision-making. Based in Fletcher, North Carolina, the position is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical skills with a practical understanding of cost structures in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop financial models and scenario analyses to assess business performance, support planning efforts, and guide strategic decisions.
- Review actual results against budgets and forecasts, explain key variances, and highlight risks or opportunities for management.
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that translate complex data into clear business insights for stakeholders.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate operating trends, monitor expenses, and improve financial visibility across the organization.
- Support manufacturing cost analysis by examining production-related expenses, inventory impacts, and cost drivers.
- Assist with forecasting and budgeting activities by gathering inputs, validating assumptions, and consolidating financial information.
- Analyze profitability, margins, and operational metrics to recommend actions that enhance efficiency and financial performance.