Junior Analyst

Junior Financial Analyst - $65K-$75K range

About the Rol

eWe're seeking a detail-oriented Junior Financial Analyst to join our finance team at a growing manufacturing company. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants hands-on exposure to cost accounting, budgeting, and operational finance within a production environment. You'll work closely with plant operations, supply chain, and accounting teams to support data-driven decision-making

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Key Responsibiliti

• esAssist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis between actual and budgeted cos
• tsSupport cost accounting functions, including tracking direct materials, labor, and overhead costs across production lin
• esHelp develop and maintain budgets and forecasts for departments and manufacturing operatio
• nsAnalyze production costs and identify trends or areas for cost savin
• gsReconcile inventory valuations and assist with month-end close process
• esMaintain and update financial models and spreadsheets used for planning and reporti
• ngCollaborate with operations and procurement teams to gather data on material costs, labor hours, and capacity utilizati
• onPrepare ad hoc reports and analyses for management as request
• edAssist with internal audits and ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP standar
• dsSupport the implementation and maintenance of ERP system data related to costing and finan

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Qualificati

• onsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fi
• eld0–2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related analytical role (internships welco
• me)Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeli
• ng)Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) is a p
• lusBasic understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing operations prefer
• redStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to det
• ailExcellent written and verbal communication ski
• llsAbility to work cross-functionally with both finance and operations te

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What We O

• fferCompetitive salary and benefits pac
• kageOpportunities for professional development and career gr
• owthHands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environ
• mentCollaborative, team-oriented cul