DESCRIPTION

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Financial Analysis and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive analyses and reports for department managers, helping them track financial performance, analyze variances, and optimize cost efficiency.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the annual budgeting process, prepare expense and staffing forecasts, and contribute to the monthly closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries.
• Statistical Reporting and Variance Analysis: Prepare statistical reports that highlight financial performance, provide variance explanations, and support the business with accurate financial data for informed decision-making.
• Special Projects: Collaborate on special financial projects and initiatives, providing financial insights and ensuring alignment with organizational strategies.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with department managers and other stakeholders to consolidate financial data, ensuring clarity in the financial reporting and communication process.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in financial processes, focusing on enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of financial data and reporting.

• Action-Oriented: Proactively take on new financial challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm, demonstrating a sense of urgency.
• Collaboration and Business Partnering: Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams, using financial insights to drive business performance and influence decision-making.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting Expertise: Interpret financial data, analyze trends, risks, and opportunities, and ensure the integrity of financial results while preparing comprehensive reports for key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of US GAAP: Familiarity with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Minimal professional experience is required; however, FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) or accounting experience, particularly within manufacturing, is highly desirable.
• Preferred Experience: Strong finance or accounting background, especially in manufacturing companies, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly closing activities.