Financial Analyst

Sanmina Corporation; Port Glasgow, Greenock; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing company located in Port Glasgow seeks an experienced Financial Analyst to consolidate financial data, generate reports, and support strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in a similar role, proficiency in financial software, and strong communication skills. The position requires the ability to lead multi-departmental projects and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience as a Financial Analyst in a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in spreadsheets and databases.
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and generate reports.
• Consolidate and track financial status.
• Assist in the financial close process.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle financial software

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors.

Location

34991 - CBL Greenock GBR - Port Glasgow, RFW PA14 5DG GB (Primary)

Nature of Work

• Consolidating and analyzing financial data, taking into account company’s goals and financial standing
• Assembling and summarizing data to structure sophisticated reports on financial status and risks
• Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and process analysis
• Conduct business studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models
• Gather meaningful information, identify trends and recommend actions to management based on sound analysis
• Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts
• Reconcile transactions by comparing and correcting data
• Gain and update job knowledge to remain informed about novelty in the market place
• Consult with management to guide and influence long term and strategic decision making within the broadest scope
• Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impact the function
• Actively assist the monthly financial close process in all respects
• Lead and administrate Operations Finance projects
• Assist in the monthly and quarterly financial close process
• Other duties as assigned

Core Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years’ proven work experience as a Financial Analyst, specifically in a manufacturing environment; electronics manufacturing is a plus.
• Expertise and superior proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with financial software applications. Oracle knowledge/experience is highly desirable.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills, drawing conclusions and communicating results.
• Proven knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis.
• Proven knowledge of financial accounting including the monthly financial close process.
• Sufficient knowledge and ability to interpret, organize and analyze financial data from multiple sources including engineering, shop floor, accounting and other areas.
• Sufficient skills to develop ad hoc reports and presentations.
• Ability to work well alone as well as in a team environment.
• Leadership skills to lead multi‑departmental projects.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills with regard to strict deadlines.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.