Financial Analyst - Plant Cost Operations

Augmentis • La Porte, IN

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a rare chance to join our client, a globally recognized aerospace manufacturer, a company that has spent 75+ years pushing the boundaries of turbine engine technology. Consistently ranked among the world's best employers, this publicly traded organization backs that reputation with a culture that genuinely prioritizes its people. The role of the Financial Analyst will be to support the Plant Controller in the execution of the day-to-day general accounting functions and coordination of the month-end closing process, and daily/weekly/monthly financial reporting. Assist in the development of financial plans and forecasts, and the analysis of operational results. Primary day-to-day responsibility will be expense processing; monitoring and reporting inventories, standard cost revisions, and the operating budget will be key responsibilities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree, or three (3) years of related experience in business process modeling or database design. A combination of appropriate education and experience is also acceptable.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Nice To Haves

• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze information and make recommendations based on that analysis.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented.
• Experience using Windows-based applications including Word, Excel, and Access.
• PowerPoint and Project experience is useful, but not mandatory.
• Experience developing systematic and manual operations procedures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Manufacturing Inventory Cost.
• Maintain Payroll & Fringe expenses and Labor Standards.
• Maintain & Administer Site's Fixed Assets and Capital Plan.
• Internal and External reporting requirements.
• Conduct research, including in-person interviews, observation, process mapping, and surveys.
• Summarize findings and help to develop recommendations.
• Improve upon existing business processes, if necessary.
• Develop various tools to enhance productivity within the department; this could require creating spreadsheets or databases.
• Prepare user documentation and carry out user training associated with application usage and associated business processes/practices.
• Investigate standard variances.
• Perform manufacturing analysis.
• Assist in calculating and planning cost reduction initiatives.
• Assist and oversee the General Accounting and Cost Accounting functions such as product costing, daily variance analysis, capital management, and financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly business review package.
• Review/perform account reconciliations.
• Participate/back-up for daily reporting, daily checkbook, and OT review.
• Assist/participate in physical inventories of product inventory and fixed asset inventory.
• Business unit/corporate requests.
• Assist in monthly finance close.
• Support management financial requests for information through detail analysis and reporting.
• Assist controller in forecasting/budgeting as needed.
• Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment.
• Comply with all EHS rules and regulations and supervisory instructions.
• Report all incidents including injuries, spills, fires, property damage, and near misses to their supervisor.

Benefits

• Stability and momentum — a growing public company with deep industry leadership
• Benefits that start on day one: premium health coverage and a 9% 401(k) match — one of the strongest in the industry
• Employer-funded retirement savings contribution each pay period
• A workplace culture built around collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement
• Structured development programs to help you grow into your next role
• On-site fitness center access at participating locations

What This Job Offers

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