Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

JOB DESCRIPTION

If you are a Financial Analyst with experience supporting manufacturing operations and leveraging data to drive business decisions, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! As a Financial Analyst, You Will:

• Generate, maintain, and analyze reports and financial data for monthly business reviews and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, annual standard cost updates, and monthly forecasts.
• Perform weekly and monthly financial close activities.
• Support manufacturing planning and operations through financial analysis and reporting.
• Develop analytical tools and models to support business decision-making.
• Provide cost and general ledger accounting support during month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, operational reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis.
• Complete inventory reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances.
• Possess a deep understanding of cost accounting theories and practices.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering, production control, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop business case assumptions and financial analyses.
• Provide department leaders with key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial insights to support operational execution.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, learning, and quality.
• Promote and practice safe work habits in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of Financial Analysis experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including linked spreadsheets, data downloads, complex formulas, and pivot tables.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple systems.
• Financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and collaborate effectively across functions.

Preferred Education, Experiences & Skills

• CPA and/or MBA.
• 3-5 years of Financial Analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of cost accounting theories and practices.
• Experience using Power BI and other reporting and data visualization tools.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, inventory analysis, and cost accounting activities.
• Experience working with multiple databases and large data sets.