Business Analyst

Edwards Vacuum LLC; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum LLC in Massachusetts is seeking a Business Analyst to ensure financial data accuracy and translate numbers into actionable insights for sourcing, warehouse, and production. You will generate reports and visuals, and partner with the Business Controller to drive informed decisions.

Key activities include monthly cost simulations, inventory reconciliation, and variance analysis. Proficiency with SAP, Excel, SQL, and Power BI is expected, along with strong English communication and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration with 3+ years in Finance in manufacturing/engineering.
• Experience with SAP ERP is preferred.
• Strong cost accounting and variances knowledge in manufacturing.
• Ability to bridge financial data with business language for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly cost simulations and annual cost roll activities; resolve costing issues with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor and evaluate inventory; reconcile GL/SL differences and analyze inventory costs.
• Develop inventory balance and cost forecasts; drive inventory reduction through analysis.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory analysis

SQL queries

Power BI

Excel

Finance reporting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Your role

As a Business Analyst, your mission is to ensure the financial data is recorded accurately and reflects the business real situation. Being a business partner by interpreting the financial language to business language in order to drive meaningful actions from related functions such as sourcing, warehouse and production to achieve the company goal. Summarize the financial insights through deep dive analysis and collaborative meetings. Present the insights with various reports and visualization. You will report to our Business Controller.

You will

• Perform monthly cost simulation (CC7) and annual cost roll activities timely and accurately. Investigate and resolve the costing errors and warnings through cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarize with PK reduction programs. Track and evaluate the financial impact and update monthly. Bring the project team on the same page of financial status.
• Actively monitor and assess inventory status: 1) Support timely closing (a) Perform inventory reconciliation and booking. Investigate the reason of GL and SL difference. (b) Analyze inventory cost including stock adjustments, scrap and inventory revaluation variance. 2) inventory reports and analysis. (a) update E&O provision, blocked stock, goods receive, Last-Time-Buy stock, and STOACT status. (b) Analyze the change of inventory on hand balance month over month. Highlight the primary change items and comment on the reason.
• Drive inventory reduction through analysis insights. Join collaborative inventory meetings and projects and develop realistic inventory balance (BS) and inventory cost (P&L) forecast.
• Standard cost variance analysis and booking.
• Support annual audit requests from EY, focusing on inventory and costing.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

You have Bachelors degree or equivalent in Finance or Business Administration and 3+ years working experience in Finance in a manufacturing or engineering environment, preferably using SAP ERP system.

• Cost Accounting, especially inProduct costing and variances in manufacturing.
• Experience in driving inventory reduction through comprehensive analysis.
• P&L and Balance Sheet understanding. Have knowledge on US GAAP or IFRS accounting rule is a plus.
• Good MS Office, especiallyin Excel and Outlook. Capable of building SQL query, Power BI reports or applying other business intellegence or AI application is a strong selection criteria.
• Have business acumen and able to bridge understanding between financial data and business language especially with sourcing, warehouse and production.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Diligent and deliver results within deadline.
• Have high sense of accountability and can-do attitude.
• Good team player and communicator.
• Have curiosity to relentlessly pursue root cause analysis and translate it into business launguage.

In return, we offer

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes trust, accountability, and mutual respect among all team members.
• Personal and professional growth opportunities through targeted training programs, workshops, and career progression pathways designed to develop your skills and expertise.
• Engagement in an innovative environment where cutting-edge vacuum technologies and semiconductor manufacturing solutions are continuously advanced by passionate, expert colleagues.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside wellness initiatives supporting physical and mental health.
• Competitive and transparent compensation packages aligned with your skills, experience, and local market standards.For US applicants in Massachusetts, a salary range of $99,020-$120,000will be discussed based on experience and qualifications, ensuring equitable and transparent remuneration practices.
• Robust employee benefits including 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation, floating holidays, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, and AD&D protection.
• A dynamic and diverse workplace dedicated to fostering equity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, where your contributions are recognized and your potential can flourish.

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office inHaverhill, MA USA. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Susan Koollian-Malynowski