Financial Analyst

CARMA LABORATORIES INC•Franklin, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst is instrumental in the cost accounting function, preparation of financials for new NPD projects, accounting close, and analysis of actual results compared to budget. The Financial Analyst will report to the Accounting Manager and will work closely with our members of the finance and management teams.

Requirements

4-6 years of related experience
Strong ERP system knowledge
Strong computer skills, particularly Excel
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Accurate and detail-oriented
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality in day-to-day operations
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain flexibility in a changing environment
Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

CPA or candidate for CPA examination

Responsibilities

Prepare and present first draft of financials for New Product Development (“NPD”) function
Perform post-audit of NPD projects
Prepare certain monthly close entries related to production
Review capacity (labor) entries and investigate variances
Accrue WIP and LOH for open RPOs
Review Purchase Price Variance (“PPV”) account activity and summarize report for Supply Chain review and distribution to E Team and Board
Identify variances in production account actuals vs. budget and discuss with Operations Team
Perform assigned account reconciliations
Develop standard costs for all inventory items.
Recommend changes to existing cost routings for identified new or changed processes working with Operations team to identify appropriate staff
Review variances related to Released Production Orders (“RPOs”)
Plans, studies and collects data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor
Establish freight costs to add to material costs for raw materials
Review processes for continuous improvement
Perform account reconciliations for specific accounts, primarily related to inventory
Provides broad support to the Finance Team and the Company as required
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed