Staff Accountant & Financial Analyst - Manufacturing

The Staff Accountant & Financial Analyst - Manufacturing will be responsible for the following:

Accounting Responsibilities (50%)

• Prepare and post journal entries; reconcile general ledger accounts monthly.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset records and perform depreciation calculations.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Support external audit processes and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts; collaborate with operations on cost variances.
• Support payroll, AP, and AR functions as needed.

Financial Analysis Responsibilities (50%)

• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Analyze operational performance, identifying trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, supply chain, sales) to provide financial insights.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, KPIs, and dashboards.
• Conduct profitability analysis by product line, customer, or region.
• Assist in capital expenditure analysis and ROI modeling for proposed investments.
• Support strategic projects, including pricing analysis, margin improvement, and cost optimization.

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