Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will report directly to the Sr Manager, Accounting, and will be responsible for many cross functional accounting areas at PacStar, a manufacturing company. This position requires a high level of accounting knowledge specific to inventory costing, controls and analysis, sales order entry and processing, and overall general accounting functions. This is a hands-on role within the accounting team that will be expected to have a working knowledge of sales order processing including quote to cash, full cycle accounting operations, G/L reconciliations, US GAAP, and compliance within the manufacturing industry. PacStar is implementing SAP/S4 Hana with a go live target date of late 2027, and this role will be involved in the implementation and transition to this new system.  This position requires someone with a high attention to detail, an effective cross functional team player that is able to manage within timelines in a dynamic work environment.  PacStar is a rapidly-growing organization and over time this position will be responsible for expanding areas and needs within the accounting team. 

Location: Portland, OR

Salary Range: $86,000 - 115,000 per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

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Your Challenge:

• Working knowledge of manufacturing costing
• Customer contract analysis and revenue analysis
• Accurate and timely sales order processing (quote to cash) and accounting
• GL and sub-ledger account reconciliations
• ERP conversion experience a plus
• Assist with the preparation of journal entries and accruals/adjustments for period-end closing
• Assist with internal audit and tax preparation workpapers and analysis
• Investigate discrepancies and inform manager of critical issues and observations
• Perform Ad-hoc reporting and analysis, as needed
• Maintain accounting procedures in compliance with applicable government regulations; including, but not limited to, SOX, GAAP, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring:

• 4 - 7 years of progressive experience in Accounting, ideally with manufacturing industry experience
• Manufacturing experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of sales order processing (quote to cash)
• Requires ability to problem solve independently
• Ability to work in a dynamic cross-functional environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail and quality orientation a must
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and adhere to tight deadlines
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with Sage, Avalara, SAP, Concur and Crystal Reporting a plus

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