Finance Analyst

Description:

·Assists Plant Controller with the monthly financial closing, analysis of actual results, internal reporting and short-term and long-term forecasting

·Responsible for assisting with period closing process; including preparation and posting of journal entries, ensuring accuracy of the general ledger, entity compliance with local regulations

·GAAP accounting principles and Client policies

·and procedures, on a timely basis

·Responsible for preparation of quarterly SEC reporting package and account reconciliations

·Assists Plant Controller with the preparation of the budget and five year planning process for the Division

·Provides ad-hoc financial analysis for Plant Controller and Plant Staff

·Assists Plant Controller with monitoring and reporting financial performance to division management and plant management, highlights variances that need corrective action

·Monitors spending and works with department managers to control costs. Researches and provides detail on expense variances

·Assists Controller with annual standard costs update

·Drives finance process improvement

·Provides financial analysis related to capital projects, cost reduction, and other initiatives as required

·Assists in statutory reporting & Sarbanes Oxley compliance

Education & Experience:

·Bachelor’s degree (4 years) in Accounting/Finance preferred

·MBA and/or CPA preferred

·3+ Accounting/Finance experience, preferably Manufacturing/Cost Accounting experience

Required Skills:

·Strong computer skills; proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint, general ledger systems & forecasting tools

·Ability to analyze; interpret data and link to business implications

·Good analytical skills, presentation skills and problem solving capability

·Strong team player

Desired Skills:

·Working experience with Khalix

·Working experience with PeopleSoft

Soft Skills:

·Work in a team based environment

·Excellent communication skills

Must Haves:

Experience with period closing process; including preparation and posting of journal entries, ensuring accuracy of the general ledger, entity compliance with local regulations and GAAP accounting principles.

-Manufacturing experience highly desired.