Financial Analyst

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

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About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support the day-to-day financial and accounting activities of its manufacturing operations in Hampton, Virginia. The role focuses on capital expenditure management, fixed asset accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, and compliance. The analyst works with Finance, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, project managers, and other cross-functional teams to monitor capital projects, maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, and support continuous improvement. The position also supports additional accounting activities, reporting, and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively across departments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Must provide original-form documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility in the United States.
• Employment offers are conditioned on the applicant's ability to lawfully attain access to export-controlled items.

Nice To Haves

• 0–2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field, including relevant internship experience.
• Previous exposure to manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, capital expenditures, or fixed asset management.
• Familiarity with general accounting principles, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar reporting and automation tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies, ask thoughtful questions, and recommend solutions.
• Interest in continuous improvement, process optimization, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Monitor capital projects, track spending against approved budgets, review project status and timelines, and ensure compliance with capital expenditure policies and approval requirements.
• Maintain and reconcile construction work in progress (CWIP), work with project managers to identify assets placed in service, and coordinate timely capitalization and project closeout.
• Support fixed asset additions, transfers, disposals, and reconciliations; maintain asset records and assist with periodic fixed asset inventories and physical verifications.
• Review capital expenditures for compliance with company policies, approval limits, and accounting requirements; identify risks, investigate discrepancies, and follow through on corrective actions.
• Support inventory reconciliations, physical inventory activities, cycle counts, and analysis of inventory adjustments and discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules for accurate and timely month-end financial reporting.
• Analyze financial transactions, spending trends, and operational results to identify variances, potential risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor plant spending, review open purchase orders and commitments, and work with departments to support accurate expense recognition and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and project managers to understand business activities, resolve financial issues, and support decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, strengthen controls, streamline processes, and use automation and data analytics.
• Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, internal and external audits, and maintenance of appropriate financial documentation.
• Support additional accounting activities, reporting, and special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time, subject to applicable policies.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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