Financial Analyst

Priority Dispatch Corp.; O’Fallon (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

True Manufacturing is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst with an accounting background to join our finance team. This role targets an early-career professional with six or more years of experience, building a solid foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and business processes.

The successful candidate will combine traditional accounting and analytical skills with a strong interest in technology, automation, and AI tools to improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Six or more years of related experience are required.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in leveraging AI tools to improve reporting and workflow efficiency.
• Explore and apply AI tools responsibly to assist with analysis, reporting, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management summaries.
• Support general ledger accounting, fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expenses.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Identify trends, variances, and key performance drivers through data analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on initiatives, reporting needs, and process improvements.
• Gain understanding of the ERP system to enhance forecasting and analytics.
• Assist with ERP implementation and enhancements.
• Contribute to automated reporting and dashboard development.
• Ensure data confidentiality and compliance in all activities.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

AI tools interest

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: O Fallon - O Fallon, MO 63366

Position Type: Regular Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Accounting/Finance

True Manufacturing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst with an accounting background to join our finance team. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with six or more years of experience who is eager to build a strong foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and business processes.

The successful candidate will combine traditional accounting and analytical skills with a strong interest in technology, automation, and AI tools to help improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and support better business decisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting schedules.


• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management summaries.


• Support general ledger accounting, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other routine accounting functions.


• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.


• Help identify trends, variances, and key performance drivers through financial and operational data analysis.


• Work with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, reporting needs, and process improvements.


• Gain a deep understanding of the ERP system to enhance skillset for forecasting.


• Assist in the future implementation and ongoing enhancements of the company’s ERP system.


• Assist in the various accounting areas to develop an overall understanding of our Company’s operations.


• Assist with audit requests, documentation, internal controls, and compliance-related activities.


• Participate in the development and improvement of financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools.


• Utilize technology, data tools, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, strengthen analysis, and reduce manual work.


• Contribute ideas for automation, standardization, and continuous improvement within accounting and finance processes.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Controller and the Senior Finance Manager.


• The Financial Analyst is an office-based role. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required. Eligibility for up to one (1) remote workday per week may be permitted, subject to business needs and departmental guidelines.


• Perform core job responsibilities through regular in-person collaboration, including participation in meetings, team discussions, and cross-functional coordination.


• Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership in a shared work environment to support innovation and timely decision-making, problem-solving, and operational effectiveness.


• Maintain a consistent on-site presence to support and respond to day-to-day business needs, including attendance of scheduled meetings and real-time collaboration as needed to ensure alignment of department and company priorities.


• Meet regularly with manager in-person to align on workload, priorities, performance, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.


• Six or more years of related experience required.


• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.


• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.


• Interest in leveraging AI tools to improve reporting and workflow efficiency.


• Explore and apply AI tools responsibly to assist with analysis, reporting, and process improvement.


• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve consistency.


• Help the finance team adopt technologies that improve productivity and business insights.


• Validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

The hours for this position are 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company-paid background check, including credit check, required upon hire.