Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Kyle Clarke is looking for a dedicated Financial Analyst to join a thriving manufacturing company in Lancaster, New York. In this role, you will collaborate with the Plant Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes. Your expertise will play a key role in providing meaningful insights to drive business decisions and improve financial performance.

Responsibilities:

1. Costing: Lead the Global Supply Chain (GSC) Annual Operating Cost (AOC) process, including defining and updating standard overhead rates, establishing product costing methodologies, and ensuring accurate allocation of manufacturing costs.
2. Inventory KPIs: Define, implement, and monitor key inventory performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turns, days on hand, excess & obsolete levels, and accuracy metrics. Partner with operations and supply chain teams to drive improvements in working capital, optimize inventory levels, and ensure alignment with corporate financial targets.
3. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of the annual budget and financial forecasts; monitor performance against the budget and provide variance analysis.
4. Data Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement.
5. Integration Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the financial integration of these entities, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and practices during the transition period.
6. Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to gather relevant data and insights, ensuring alignment with financial goals and strategies.
7. Ad Hoc Analysis: Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports as requested by the CFO or other senior management.
8. Performance Metrics: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial performance and operational efficiency.
9. Presentation Support: Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for board meetings and executive-level discussions.

• Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling and variance analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in manufacturing cost accounting principles.
• Advanced skills in data analytics and data mining methodologies.
• Expertise in using Microsoft Excel for financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication skills to present financial insights effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.