Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)
Copeland • Rushville, IN • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Jul 24, 2026
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
JOB DESCRIPTION: If you are a Financial Analyst with experience supporting manufacturing operations and leveraging data to drive business decisions, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you!
AS A FINANCIAL ANALYST, YOU WILL:
- Generate, maintain, and analyze reports and financial data for monthly business reviews and process improvement initiatives.
- Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, annual standard cost updates, and monthly forecasts.
- Perform weekly and monthly financial close activities.
- Support manufacturing planning and operations through financial analysis and reporting.
- Develop analytical tools and models to support business decision-making.
- Provide cost and general ledger accounting support during month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, operational reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis.
- Complete inventory reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances.
- Partner with manufacturing engineering, production control, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop business case assumptions and financial analyses.
- Provide department leaders with key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial insights to support operational execution.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and provide ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, learning, and quality.
- Promote and practice safe work habits in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related accounting experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of Financial Analysis experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including linked spreadsheets, data downloads, complex formulas, and pivot tables.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple systems.
- Financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and collaborate effectively across functions.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES & SKILLS:
- CPA and/or MBA.
- 3-5 years of Financial Analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of cost accounting theories and practices.
- Experience using Power BI and other reporting and data visualization tools.
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations, inventory analysis, and cost accounting activities.
- Experience working with multiple databases and large data sets.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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