Financial Analyst - Plants 1/3

Howmet Aerospace•Whitehall, MI

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will work in Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operations, and report to the Controller. The role supports plant financial operations through cost-system leadership, financial and operational analysis, reporting, month-end close, spending management, fixed-asset support, and internal controls. The position also provides analysis and reporting for special projects and other ad hoc needs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Business from an accredited institution; a concentration in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Clear and concise written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Self-starter.
Excellent analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of financial experience with manufacturing companies.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
MBA.
Experience querying databases.
Experience with cost accounting.

Responsibilities

Lead the shop floor cost system.
Analyze financial and operational results.
Track and reconcile accounts receivable issues monthly.
Perform month-end closing and reporting, including account reconciliation and coordination of closing entries with other APP locations.
Own and execute daily reporting systems.
Support capital appropriations and fixed assets.
Analyze plant spending and lead spend-management systems.
Extract data and develop reports.
Perform financial analysis and develop processes for special projects as required.
Provide annual and quarterly corporate tax reporting.
Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
Complete Howmet's Sarbanes-Oxley internal-control requirements.