Analyst, Financial
Voyant Beauty•Ridgefield, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Financial Analyst serves as the primary on-site finance resource supporting plant operations through financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and accounting activities. This role partners closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to provide actionable financial insights, support operational decision-making, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure financial accuracy and compliance within the manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- 1-3 years of related finance or accounting experience
- 1-3 years previous experience within a manufacturing environment
- 1-3 years supporting budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting activities
- 1-3 years working within fast-paced, evolving environments with multiple competing priorities
- 1-3 years proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic PowerPoint skills
- 1-3 years with ERP and financial systems
- KSA (Medium proficiency)
- Financial analysis and reporting (Medium proficiency)
- Budgeting and forecasting (Medium proficiency)
- Variance analysis (Medium proficiency)
- General ledger accounting knowledge (Medium proficiency)
- Inventory and cost accounting analysis (Medium proficiency)
- Microsoft Excel (Medium proficiency)
- ERP and financial systems aptitude (Medium proficiency)
- Analytical and problem-solving skills (Medium proficiency)
- Attention to detail and accuracy (Medium proficiency)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines (Medium proficiency)
- Written and verbal communication skills (Medium proficiency)
- Cross-functional collaboration (Medium proficiency)
- Continuous improvement mindset (Medium proficiency)
- Ability to work independently in a lean environment (Medium proficiency)
Responsibilities
- Partner with plant leadership and operations teams to translate financial data into actionable insights and support continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives
- Assist with monthly forecasting activities and development of the annual operating budget
- Support month-end close activities including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
- Report, monitor, and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs to measure operational and financial performance
- Monitor inventory transactions and analyze material variances to support inventory accuracy and operational improvements
- Review, code, and approve invoices while ensuring proper expense accruals and adherence to budget expectations
- Conduct detailed general ledger expense analysis and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Analyze customer and product sales, margins, and profitability to support business strategies and financial results
- Review obsolete and excess inventory and partner with supply chain teams regarding disposition recommendations
- Gather and maintain receipts and documentation for PCard transactions
- Review purchase order logs and communicate with plant personnel regarding order completion status
- Update and maintain standard costs and bills of materials (BOMs) as necessary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
