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Manufacturing Finance Analyst II

First Solar · Gaffney, SC · 2 mo ago
SalesFull-time

Basic Job Functions

An Analyst II of Manufacturing Finance provides financial and process support with oversight to at least one manufacturing site, collaborates with functional teams, and provides analytical insight to support operational objectives. The role contributes to short term financial planning, ad hoc financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, management and KPI reporting. The role requires effective business partnering on initiatives while supporting an accurate and reliable monthly close.

Education/Experience

Demonstrated experience working for a manufacturing company and / or a public accounting firm. Industry experience with renewable energy and / or technology, preferred. Demonstrated history of ability to manage tasks in a fast paced and high growth environment. Ability to make recommendations for process improvement. Bachelor’s degree in finance related field, required.

Required Skills/Competencies

  • Ability to perform analysis by assimilating multiple sources of information.
  • Possess an in-depth understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline.
  • Solid oral and written communication
  • Solid numerical proficiency, organizational, problem-solving skills and use of logic.
  • Ability to operate effectively within a global multi-cultural organization and collaborate cross functionally.
  • Able to make recommendations for process improvement.
  • Able to perform analysis and spot errors.
  • A strong working knowledge of inventory accounting and hands on experience performing inventory close related activities.
  • Familiarity with enterprise resource management and finance systems; and Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Contributes to the success of at least one manufacturing site by providing analysis and insights on the financial performance of the business.
  • Report on operational performance metrics for product costing and inventory management while assisting the business with analysis to drive cost reductions initiatives locally.
  • Support the Company’s ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with IT and other functional leaders to support the implementation of business processes, systems, reporting, and process enhancements.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with external auditors.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Manager – Manufacturing Finance or Supervisor – Manufacturing Finance

Travel

U.S. and international travel of typically not to exceed 10% of time, required.

Physical Requirements

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.

Estimated Salary Range

$62,500 - $89,000, Annually US

Job description subject to change at any time.

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