Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Description

This position provides product costing support to Dover plant. The position interacts daily with cross functional members of the Dover plant and the leadership team. This position will provide insights into the decision-making process as it relates to the monthly close process (including analysis and reporting), major planning cycles, and managing of general cost variance analyses. This position will enable an individual to gain a thorough awareness of the product costing and its implication to the plant’s financial goals. This role reports to the Dover Plant controller and is located at the Dover plant.

• Analyze month end variances against plan and provide commentary against the variances.

• Consolidation and publication of various reporting templates within the Plant.

• Process monthly manufacturing variances from plant.

• Manage and perform various financial analysis/scenario studies.

• Manage inventory accounting process, including cycle count.

• Assist in the development of the annual budget.

• Provide forecast of variances to the management team.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance or Accounting required

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in Finance/Accounting with a manufacturer 

• Knowledge of SAP and product cost accounting. Experience with a large number of sku's (more than 10)

• Experience in financial analysis and problem solving skills a must

• Possess critical thinking skills, quantitative and analytical problem solving skills with ability to interpret data

• Ability to show initiative and make impactful decisions 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task

• Excellent inter-personal skills, strong communication and negotiation skills- Strong professionalism and confidence 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Additional Information

The person needs to be 100% open to travel.

Duration: 8 - 9 Months Contract