Financial Analyst - Accounting

Vermeer Corporation • Pella, IA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you the type of person who values accuracy, enjoys working with detailed financial information, and applies analytical thinking to everyday accounting activities? In this role, you will apply solid accounting knowledge to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and on time, while developing the judgment needed to identify issues and support process improvements. This position requires strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently with large volumes of data while collaborating with broader finance and audit teams.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting with one year of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and ability to research and implement new guidance and internal controls.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP or consolidation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret financial activity within the ERP system and determine appropriate accounting treatment based on established policies while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Recognize inconsistencies, control gaps, or unusual account activity. Conduct initial analysis to understand potential causes and recommend next steps, escalating items that require deeper review or policy interpretation.
• Prepare accruals, complete assigned reconciliations, and analyze account activity to identify variances. Apply accounting concepts to determine whether balances appear reasonable and flag items needing further investigation.
• Load monthly results into consolidation tools, review for accuracy, and research routine discrepancies. Resolve straightforward issues independently and escalate complex or cross functional matters.
• Prepare supporting schedules, contribute to monthly financial statement packages, and perform basic variance analysis to highlight unusual trends or activity for review by more senior analysts.
• Prepare audit ready workpapers, gather supporting documentation, and explain accounting treatments within the scope of established policies. Use judgment to determine appropriate support and escalate questions as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level