Financial Analyst

FDH Aero; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FDH Aero, a global aerospace supplier, seeks a Financial Analyst to support FP&A activities. You will gain hands-on exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and reporting within a dynamic finance team.

The role emphasizes cash flow analysis, model development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive decision-making and performance insight in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular cash flow analysis and identify trends to support decisions.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast cash flow and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting and forecasting for alignment.
• Generate and distribute cash flow reports and highlight KPIs for improvement.
• Prepare regular financial management reports with key metrics.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Utilize data tools to extract insights from financial data and spot issues.
• Perform variance analysis between forecasted and actual cash flow with explanations.
• Ensure data integrity and improve reporting processes with the finance team.
• Undertake ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting for senior management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aerospace materials knowledge

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software

Job description

FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies. With more than 55 years of experience, it specializes in c‑class components that include hardware, electrical, chemical, and consumable products and services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people, and our culture empowers every team member to contribute and grow. As a global team, our culture is rooted in five (5) core values that begin with the words “We are” and include: service‑first, respectful, amplifiers, open‑minded and accountable.

FDH Aero is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,200 best‑in‑industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.

As a Financial Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial planning and analysis activities of our organization. This position will play a pivotal role in supporting financial planning, analysis, and decision‑making processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual with limited professional experience to gain hands‑on exposure to financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. As a Financial Analyst, you will be an integral part of our dynamic finance team, gaining hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad spectrum of financial activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular analysis of cash flow statements, identifying trends, and providing insights to support decision‑making processes
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast cash flow, assess financial performance, and analyze various scenarios
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals
• Generate and distribute comprehensive cash flow reports to key stakeholders, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement
• Prepare regular financial reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and financial metrics
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Utilize data analysis tools to extract meaningful insights from financial data. Identify trends, patterns, and areas of concern or opportunity
• Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between forecasted and actual cash flow, providing explanations and recommendations for improvement
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, collaborating with the finance team to implement best practices and streamline reporting processes
• Undertake ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by senior management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with aerospace industry regulations and standards
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Takes initiative to identify and address potential issues before they arise
• Capable of analyzing complex financial data and providing meaningful insights
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced and dynamic workplace

FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.