What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Specialist position at Mega Metal?
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail‑oriented Finance Specialist to support our financial planning, reporting, and operational finance activities. The ideal candidate will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive data‑driven decision‑making across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long‑range financial plans.
- Assist Analyze financial performance against budgets and provide variance explanations.
- Work closely with departments to gather financial data and support planning cycles.
2. Financial Reporting
- Assist preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs for management.
- Assist ensure the accuracy and integrity of all reported financial data.
- Assist consolidate financial results and support management presentations.
- Assist in preparing materials for internal reviews and board‑level reporting when required.
3. Cash Flow Management
- Assist preparing daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow forecasts.
- Assist monitoring, optimize, and report cash inflows and outflows.
- Assist analyze cash impacts of customer collections, vendor payments, and capital spending.
- Assist identify cash flow risks and develop mitigation scenarios.
4. Banking Relationships
- Manage daily communication with banks and financial institutions.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
5. Cost & Operational Finance
- Monitor operating expenses, capital expenditures (CapEx), and project-related spending.
- Support cost‑benefit analyses and margin improvement initiatives.
6. Compliance, Controls & Audit Support
- Assist ensure compliance with internal policies, company guidelines, and financial controls.
- Assist support internal and external audit requirements by preparing documentation and reports.
- Assist with regulatory reporting and ensure data accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related finance roles.
- Understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and analytical methodologies.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with SAP ERP system.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Core Competencies
- Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking
- Business acumen and understanding of financial drivers
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset
- Cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder communication
Working Conditions
- Full‑time role based in the South Carolina with hybrid or remote options depending on company policy.
- May require extended hours during financial close or budgeting seasons.