<Job Summary>
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Finance Analyst to join our growing finance team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in financial analysis, corporate accounting, and business intelligence to drive strategic decision-making and optimize financial performance. Your analytical skills will support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling efforts across various departments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge financial software and data visualization tools, contributing to the company’s long-term growth and success.
<Responsibilities>
· Responsible for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (Section 404) and BOS (Business Operating System).
· Support safety programs for the plant
· Performs financial analysis of operating result including analysis of Volume / Mix / Price and Standard Margin. Analyses material and labor costs to identify cost reduction opportunities. Develop and provide accurate and timely production, material and labor operating metrics reporting to plant management. Analyses, explains and documents any unusual variances.
· Maintains the plant’s Cost Accounting systems including updating the MFG/PRO Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM), reconciles the MFG/Pro MBOM to the SAP BOM, analysis and preparation of annual standard (Material, Labor, Overhead, Freight), monthly actual cost roll-ups and analysis of variances from standard costs, works with the Materials Department to ensure accurate BOMs.
· Provides accurate and timely data for the Best Business Practices (BBP) reporting system. Assists in analyzing the Plant’s BBP results compared to the Global Best Plant in order to identify improvements in operating performance. As assigned by the Plant Controller, participates as a team member on continuous improvement projects.
· Completes periodic reviews of the material and labor reporting systems, (i.e. receiving, shipping, finished goods inventories, labor distribution, scrap reporting and material usage, etc.) so that an accurate income statement can be submitted for each month's business.
· Performs analysis and review of all inventory balances in order to identify slow moving or obsolete inventories. Reviews result of perpetual inventory testing to identify potential internal control weaknesses. Works with the Materials Department to identify opportunities to reduce inventory days on hand.
· Revises performance records, anticipates sales and costs to assist in completion of business forecasts and the annual profit plan.
· Insure proper account distribution for item expenses, inventories, fixed assets, etc.
· As assigned by the Plant Controller, completes general accounting activities, including month end closing, journal entries and reporting. Ensures timely month end closings and timely reporting into all reporting systems (Hyperion, SAP, CI, ITS, VA/VE, BBP, Quality etc.).
· Coordinates the taking of monthly, quarterly and annual physical inventory to assure accurate inventories.
· Completes all financial, governmental reports as assigned by the Plant Controller.
· Responsible for maintaining the accuracy of balance sheet accounts as assigned by the Plant Controller ensuring that account reconciliation's are completed monthly/quarterly as scheduled.
· Assists as directed by the Plant Controller related to year-end audit requirements regarding timing and completion as they pertain to the plant.
· Coordinates as assigned by the Plant Controller non-production departments’ annual profit plan and quarterly forecasts. Assists non-production department managers in analyzing actual to budget variances.
· Assists Plant Controller in the annual audit and federal and state tax compliance.
· Assists in developing financial policies and procedures and ensures compliance by the plant.
· Other duties as required by the Plant Controller
3. Attributes/Skills Required/Sought
<Requirements>
· 4-year degree in Finance, Accounting, or related business field.
· MBA highly desired.
· 4-7 years in financial operations and/or treasury, preferably automotive or related.
· Proven experience in analyzing and assessing financial statements.
· Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships.
· Sound business judgment with the ability to interact effectively with Corporate CFO's, CEO's, and other senior executives.
· Working knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, etc.), SAP and BW knowledge a plus.
Pay: $92,400.00 - $96,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
