Financial Analyst

Dresser Utility Solutions • Bradford, PA

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About The Position

The Financial Analyst provides financial insights across General Accounting and Cost Accounting. The role analyzes business performance and trends, forecasts financial outcomes, supports budgeting and forecasting, and prepares financial reporting for senior management. It also includes cost accounting, accounts receivable, month-end close activities, cross-functional collaboration, and participation in projects as needed.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of finance experience in manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of cost accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency with financial systems and analysis tools, including Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proactive, self-starter attitude and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, develop appropriate action plans, and deliver results in a timely manner.
• Ability to lead projects and assignments.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis to assess business performance and trends and forecast future financial outcomes.
• Assist with preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Prepare detailed financial performance reports, including variance analysis, and present findings to senior management.
• Set standard costs for all new part numbers.
• Participate in the annual cost accounting process, including variance analysis.
• Process daily accounts receivable, including credit and collections activities and customer sales tax exemption certificate requirements.
• Perform month-end closing entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, purchasing, sales, and other cross-functional teams to gather data, evaluate financial impacts, and provide actionable insights.
• Participate in projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time