Finance Analyst

Mergon Group; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mergon Group in Anderson, SC is seeking a Finance Analyst to support cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting within a manufacturing setting.

The role focuses on accurate product costing, month-end close support, and adherence to GAAP and company policies. Collaboration with production and operations is essential for data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with cost or inventory accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead.
• Perform cost variance analysis and explain fluctuations.
• Monitor inventory transactions and reconcile subledger to GL.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide insights to operations.
• Support budgeting, forecasts, and financial reporting.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

IQMS

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Finance Analyst is responsible for supporting the accounting operations of a manufacturing organization, with a focus on cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting. This role ensures accurate tracking of product costs, supports month-end close processes, and helps maintain compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Inventory

• Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead
• Perform cost variance analysis (material, labor, and overhead) and explain fluctuations
• Monitor inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, and adjustments
• Reconcile inventory subledger to the general ledger
• Assist with periodic inventory counts (cycle counts and physical inventory)

Financial Reporting & Close

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide insights to operations teams
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports

Budgeting & Analysis

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts
• Track actual performance versus budget and identify trends
• Provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making

Systems & Controls

• Maintain cost accounting data in ERP systems
• Ensure internal controls over financial reporting and inventory are in place and functioning

Collaboration

• Partner with production, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure accurate cost data
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with cost accounting or inventory accounting strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., IQMS, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or progress toward certification
• Experience with standard costing and variance analysis
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing environments or continuous improvement initiatives

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with periodic time on the production floor
• May require extended hours during month-end close or audits

Success Metrics

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Effectiveness of cost analysis and variance reporting
• Inventory accuracy and reconciliation performance
• Contribution to process improvements and cost savings