Financial Analyst

Logan Aluminum•Russellville, KY

32d

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will oversee the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts for a large manufacturing unit. This role involves tracking and analyzing actual expenditures against budgets, preparing ad hoc financial analyses, and identifying opportunities for improvement. The analyst will also monitor and manage project and organizational costs, develop cost-control strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. A key aspect of this role is driving process improvements within accounting through automation and system enhancements. The analyst will support the CFO in financial activities and manage key balance sheet areas. Communication of financial results to executives using tools like Power BI or Think-Cell is also a critical function.

Requirements

High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build trust across multiple functions and levels of the organization
Strong learning‑by‑doing orientation supported by natural curiosity and a desire to ask questions, explore root causes, and continuously deepen understanding of processes, systems, and business challenges through hands-on engagement
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, including cost drivers, production flows, and operational constraints
Solid foundation in cost accounting and business accounting principles, with the ability to apply them in a manufacturing environment
Experience with automation, process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and data quality
Ability to analyze and interpret actual results versus forecast and budget, identify key drivers, and clearly articulate the underlying story and implications
Demonstrated capability to navigate and manage complex, ambiguous problems, balancing analytical rigor with practical judgment
A bachelor’s degree in a financially related field is required
3+ years of experience preferred in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

an accounting degree is preferred
Experience with Alteryx, Microsoft Power Automate, or other data automation software
Experience with Power BI or Think-Cell

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts for a large manufacturing unit
Track and analyze actual expenditures against budgets to identify variances and recommend corrective actions
Analyze financial data to identify trends, key performance indicators, and variances against forecast, budget, and actuals
Prepare ad hoc financial analyses to support business performance evaluation and decision‑making
Identify opportunities for improvement by researching variances and assessing cost‑saving opportunities
Monitor, analyze, and manage project and organizational costs to ensure alignment with financial and budgetary goals
Develop and implement cost‑control strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop accurate budgets and forecasts and ensure financial alignment
Review and validate cost estimates, pricing models, and purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness
Support the CFO in financial activities for the organization, units, or owners
Drive process improvements within accounting by identifying inefficiencies, standardizing workflows, strengthening internal controls, and supporting automation or system enhancements to improve accuracy, speed, and data quality using Alteryx, Microsoft Power Automate, or other data automation software
Support and execute key components of the monthly close for manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate cost recognition, variance explanations, and alignment between operational activity and financial results
Manage key balance sheet areas, including capital expenditures, inventory, and manufacturing-related accruals, ensuring accuracy, proper classification, and alignment with operational activity
Clearly communicate financial results utilizing Power BI or Think-Cell to produce executive-level slide decks