Senior Financial Analyst
SkyWater is excited to partner with a prominent manufacturer looking to add a Senior Financial Analyst to their team. We are seeking a high-energy, analytically minded financial analyst who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, is naturally curious, tech-savvy, and eager to make a meaningful impact across the organization. This role is reporting to the controller and is a part of a smaller team who can make a direct and meaningful impact!
Responsibilities
- Prepare, analyze, offer recommendations and distribute project financials, department reviews and internal financial statements weekly.
- Complete financial projections weekly comparing to the current month trend and forecast; highlight key wins and opportunities for Brenton leadership team.
- Partner with the Finance/Accounting team and Project Managers on orders, changes and shipments to ensure necessary updates are captured in the ERP system.
- Key contributor to the monthly project forecast reporting and review.
- Communicate with AR Manager and Accounting Manager to ensure a smooth cutoff at month-end and year-end.
- Owner of key operational accruals, including research and development, warranty, after shipment impacts, freight and subcontractors.
- Analyze and prepare other month-end Journal Entries along with being a key contributor and driver in determining ways to shorten the month-end timeline.
- Take ownership of account reconciliation process to ensure alignment to subledger support.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Experience and strong skills in Excel and fully integrated ERP systems
- Knowledge of journal entries and general ledger reconciliations
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
- Three years of financial reporting experience
- Team player attitude is essential
- Trustworthy with strong work ethic
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