Manufacturing Financial Analyst (7438)

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

The Manufacturing Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial planning and analysis activities for OTS Manufacturing Operations. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Program Management, and Operations Leadership to provide financial analysis, operational insight, and decision support that improve business performance.

A key focus of this position is developing a thorough understanding of manufacturing operations and the financial drivers that impact margin, inventory, productivity, and operational performance. The Financial Analyst will utilize analytical tools to support forecasting, budgeting, operational analysis, inventory management, and business decision-making while ensuring financial information is accurate, actionable, and effectively communicated throughout the organization.

This position will report to the Assistant Manufacturing Controller.

Responsibilities 

• Develop an understanding of manufacturing processes and production flow to strengthen financial analysis and business recommendations.
• Conduct forecast vs. actual variance analysis, bridging from forecast to actuals with rationale.
• Support operational initiatives through financial modeling and analysis.
• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and analytical tools supporting Manufacturing Operations.
• Audit financial reports, dashboards, and KPI reporting to ensure consistency with ERP data and financial reporting.
• Investigate data discrepancies and work with cross-functional teams to resolve reporting issues.
• Participate in ERP enhancements, reporting improvements, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Build collaborative relationships across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Program Management, and Operations.
• Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Translate financial data into meaningful business insights and recommendations. 
• Consistently ensures that business is always conducted with integrity and that behavior aligns with SubCom policies, procedures, and core values.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience required, Manufacturing or Operations experience preferred.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Articulates thoughts ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
• Computer literate; proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), especially Excel (including pivot tables, Vlookups, Hlookups) Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

BENEFITS 

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19^th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation