FINANCIAL ANALYST

POSITION SUMMARY

The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting the financial planning, reporting, and analysis functions for the manufacturing operations. This role involves analyzing production costs, inventory valuation, and operational performance to help management make informed business decisions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, material, and overhead, to identify efficiency opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Assist in developing standard costs and reviewing cost structures across production lines.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, providing data-driven insights to management.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production, inventory turnover, and plant utilization.
• Conduct margin and profitability analyses by product line, customer, or region.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to track inventory accuracy, scrap, and yield.
• Perform ad hoc financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist with internal and external audits as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has limited supervisory responsibilities.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Financial modeling and forecasting
• Cost and variance analysis
• Data-driven decision-making
• Business acumen in manufacturing operations
• Continuous improvement mindset

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or a minimum of six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.