Financial Analyst

MUST BE US CITIZEN OR PERMANENT GREEN CARD HOLDER, LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY POSITION SUMMARY

The Financial Analyst supports financial planning, reporting, and analysis across North American manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with Plant Controllers, operations leaders, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong cost controls, and provide insights that drive business performance. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for Plant Controllers Ensure accuracy and integrity of manufacturing variance accounts during month-end close Analyze bill of materials (BOM) and work orders; track and explain cost variances Support labor reporting and workforce cost analysis across multiple plants Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives within manufacturing sites Assist with inventory management, including excess and obsolete analysis, reserve calculations, and disposition planning Partner with Purchasing and Sourcing teams to review Purchase Price Variance (PPV) Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements related to manufacturing operations Record and validate inventory transactions across North American facilities Develop and analyze labor and overhead rates (bi-annually or as needed) Monitor and explain monthly trends, spending patterns, and operational variances by plant Support quoting and product costing activities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and cost transparency Perform additional duties as assigned by Plant Controllers Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 2+ years of experience in accounting or finance; manufacturing experience strongly preferred Working knowledge of ERP systems and accounting software Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills across Microsoft Office Suite CPA or progress toward certification is a plus Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Willingness to travel occasionally to manufacturing sites What Success Looks Like Delivers accurate, timely financial reporting that supports decision-making Identifies cost drivers and provides actionable insights to operations teams Builds strong partnerships with Plant Controllers and manufacturing leadership Contributes to process improvements and increased financial transparency Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.