Financial Analyst II

SIG SAUER Careers•Tualatin, OR

About The Position

The Financial Analyst II, Production provides financial analysis and decision support for Production and Manufacturing operations, focusing on cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to support operational efficiency, cost control, and strategic decision-making. This mid-level role requires experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; experience in a matrixed organization is preferred. The position requires organizing large data sets, synthesizing varying data, using intermediate Excel modeling skills, correcting errors, and producing accurate, high-quality work. The analyst supports actual results, annual budgets, and financial projections and works closely with Production, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Accounting teams. The role also supports month-end close activities related to production accounting and inventory, assists with audits, maintains production-related financial data in ERP and reporting systems, and participates in continuous improvement projects. The position requires following applicable Safety and ISO procedures and sustaining 5S standards. Working conditions include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer with a keyboard and mouse while performing repetitive tasks. The role may require opening file cabinets, reaching, bending, twisting, and lifting or moving files, including lifting up to 25 pounds. Required personal protective equipment must be worn where applicable, and work exposure EH&S training requirements and company security mandates must be followed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
2–4 years of previous work experience in a Financial Analyst capacity or similar position.
Strong understanding of cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including intermediate modeling skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Experience interpreting and analyzing complex datasets to help frame thoughts and outcomes for senior team members.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Knowledge of inventory accounting and production metrics.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to identify trends, inconsistencies, and outliers in data, help resolve issues, and support decisions.
Strong business acumen and a collaborative, proactive mindset.
Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately, verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy and timeliness with minimal guidance.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse while performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, twist, and lift or move files.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must wear required personal protective equipment where required and comply with work exposure EH&S training requirements and company security mandates.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a production, manufacturing, or operations-focused environment.
Experience working within a matrixed organization.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Costpoint.
CPA or CMA certification, or progress toward certification.

Responsibilities

Analyze production costs, including labor, materials, overhead, and variances against standard costs.
Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs related to production performance.
Conduct price, usage, volume, and efficiency variance analysis and explain findings to management.
Support annual operating budget development and periodic forecasts for production departments.
Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, identifying risks and opportunities.
Assist with long-range planning and capacity analysis.
Identify cost drivers and recommend cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities.
Partner with Production and Operations teams to improve cost visibility and financial discipline.
Provide financial impact assessments for continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain and validate production-related financial data in ERP and reporting systems.
Develop and maintain financial models for production planning, make-or-buy decisions, and capital investments.
Ensure financial data is accurate and consistent across systems.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Accounting teams on financial issues.
Support month-end close activities related to production accounting and inventory.
Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations for production-related financial data.
Engage in and volunteer for continuous improvement projects and tasks.
Participate in and sustain 5S standards.
Follow required Safety and ISO procedures.