Financial Analyst II

Job Description

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Position: Financial Analyst II

Job Overview:

The Financial Analyst II, Production provides financial analysis and decision support for Production and Manufacturing operations. This role focuses on cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to support operational efficiency, cost control, and strategic decision-making. This mid-level role requires experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; experience working within a matrixed organization is preferred. The ability to organize large sets of data and synthesize varying data sets is required. The Financial Analyst II, Production possesses intermediate Excel modeling skills, the ability to correct errors to ensure accuracy, and produce high-quality work. They are capable of supporting actual results, annual budgets, and financial projections. The Financial Analyst II, Production works closely with Production, Operations, Supply Chain, and Accounting teams. This is a direct-hire position.

What you will be doing as a Financial Analyst II

• Analyze production costs, including labor, materials, overhead, and variances against standard costs.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs related to production performance.
• Conduct variance analysis (price, usage, volume, and efficiency) and provide clear explanations to management.
• Support the development of annual operating budgets and periodic forecasts for production departments.
• Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Assist in long-range planning and capacity analysis.
• Identify cost drivers and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvements.
• Partner with Production and Operations teams to improve cost visibility and financial discipline.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing financial impact assessments.
• Maintain and validate production-related financial data in ERP and reporting systems.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support production planning, make/buy decisions, and capital investments.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Accounting teams on financial issues.
• Support month-end close activities related to production accounting and inventory.
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations for production-related financial data.
• Engage in and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.

Skills you ideally bring to the table as a Financial Analyst II

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, and 2-4 years of previous work experience in a Financial Analyst capacity or like position.
• Production, manufacturing, or operations-focused environment experience preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is a plus.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint) preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Solid experience in interpreting and analyzing complex datasets that help frame thoughts and outcomes for senior members of the team.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and production metrics.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analyze data to identify potential trends, inconsistencies, and outliers; help resolve issues and support decisions.
• Strong business acumen.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy and timeliness with minimal guidance.

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