Financial Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Financial Analyst is professional and responsible work assisting in various areas of plant accounting/finance, including but not limited to general ledger accounting, operations reporting and forecasting, fixed asset accounting, internal controls, and month-end financial closing and reporting. The Financial Analyst should be able to work independently with key deliverables that are clearly established. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and eager to develop new skills and progress within the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Financial Analyst Completes daily posting of journal entries
• Completes general accounting activities, including month end closing, journal entries and reporting. Ensures timely month end closings and timely reporting into all reporting systems (Hyperion, SAP, CI, ITS, VA/VE, BBP, Quality etc.)
• Reconciles A/R and A/P with corporate personnel
• Coordinates intercompany transactions/charges with other plants in the network
• Maintains all fixed asset files, tracks CAR spending, tags all assets, completes required corporate reports.
• Maintains the accuracy of balance sheet accounts as assigned by the Plant Controller ensures that account reconciliation's are completed monthly/quarterly as scheduled.
• Ensures proper account distribution for item expenses, inventories, fixed assets, etc.
• Maintains the permanent records of the accounting department.
• Supports compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (Section 404) and BOS (Business Operating System)
• Assists with preparation and review of annual plan and quarterly forecasts
• Helps advise and supervise Finance Associate to ensure his/her success and operational efficiency
• Provides accurate and timely data for the Best Business Practices (BBP) operational reporting system
• Participates as a team member on continuous improvement projects
• Assists as directed by the Plant Controller on year-end and/or internal audits requests/requirements
• Assists in developing financial policies and procedures and ensures compliance by the plant.
• Performs other duties, including ad hoc analysis and special projects, at the direction of the Cost Accountant and/or the Plant Controller

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting/finance or Associates degree with equivalent extra experience
• Two (2) or more years of accounting/financial experience with emphasis in general accounting.
• Experience inside Manufacturing or Equivalent is a plus
• Working knowledge of SAP, QAD, MFGPro, HFM, or equivalent ERP
• Experience with MS excel

PRIMARY LOCATION

Murfreesboro Facility