Financial Analyst

Potential with Quanex•Akron, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Quanex is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team in Akron, Ohio. In support of plant and divisional goals, the Financial Analyst will report to the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager and is responsible for analyzing financial data, assisting with forecasting, and delivering actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. This role partners cross-functionally to drive collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while upholding a high standard of integrity. The ideal candidate is proficient in financial modeling, comfortable working with large datasets, and able to clearly communicate complex information to internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
0 to 3 years of financial modeling, statistical analytics and data mining experience
Excellent, clear and concise written and verbal communication
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the Ability to identify a target audience and connect with appropriate level of
Demonstrated statistical, analytical and problem-solving
Ability to provide sound business
Strong attention to detail with outstanding planning and organizational
Superior skills in using MS Office; intermediate proficiency with

Nice To Haves

Proficient in financial modeling
Comfortable working with large datasets
Able to clearly communicate complex information to internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

Provide analytical support for key manufacturing metrics including material %, scrap, returns & allowances, machine performance, labor efficiency, capacity, headcount, safety
Leverage financial and ERP systems, including but not limited to OneStream, SAP S/4HANA, and Oracle, to extract, analyze, and validate financial data.
Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across finance, operations, and leadership to support business initiatives and drive informed decision-making
Assist with month-end close processes and financial reporting deliverables.
Perform variance analysis to compare actual results against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
Develop and maintain financial and operational KPI dashboards to monitor plant performance and trends.
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses in response to management requests, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.