Financial Analyst

We are looking for a dedicated Financial Analyst to join our team in Battle Creek, Michigan. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations within the facility, including payroll management and purchasing analysis. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with plant staff, human resources, and other departments to maintain financial integrity and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct daily analysis of purchasing activities and payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the finance team, human resources, and plant staff for payroll-related matters.
• Reconcile payroll systems, weekly and bi-monthly payroll payments, and the plant checkbook.
• Assist with internal controls documentation and maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Support both internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries.
• Prepare manual journal entries and ensure accurate cost allocation during month-end closings.
• Collaborate with plant buyers and staff to verify purchase requisitions and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage intercompany invoice reconciliations and monitor receivables/payables activities.
• Maintain fixed asset records and oversee capital project tracking from inception to registration.
• Conduct physical inventory counts for selected fixed assets and support inventory control measures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or automotive industries.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and software; experience with Workforce software is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with cost accounting principles and financial variance analysis.
• Experience managing capital assets and reconciling intercompany transactions.
• Ability to perform physical inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.

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