Financial Analyst

Overview

True Manufacturing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst with an accounting background to join our finance team.  This role is ideal for an early-career professional who is eager to build a strong foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and business processes.

The successful candidate will combine traditional accounting and analytical skills with a strong interest in technology, automation, and AI tools to help improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and support better business decisions. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who is pursuing their CPA certification and wants to grow in a dynamic, forward-thinking finance organization.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management summaries.
• Support general ledger accounting, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other routine accounting functions.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Help identify trends, variances, and key performance drivers through financial and operational data analysis.
• Work with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, reporting needs, and process improvements.
• Gain a deep understanding of the ERP system to enhance skillset for forecasting.
• Assist in the future implementation and ongoing enhancements of the company’s ERP system.
• Assist in the various accounting areas to develop an overall understanding of our Company’s operations.
• Assist with audit requests, documentation, internal controls, and compliance-related activities.
• Participate in the development and improvement of financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Utilize technology, data tools, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, strengthen analysis, and reduce manual work.
• Contribute ideas for automation, standardization, and continuous improvement within accounting and finance processes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Controller and Assistant Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Up to two years of experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in leveraging AI tools to improve reporting and workflow efficiency.
• Explore and apply AI tools responsibly to assist with analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve consistency.
• Help the finance team adopt technologies that improve productivity and business insights.
• Validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company-paid background check, including credit check, required upon hire.