Financial Analyst

Sonaca Group; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonaca North America in St. Charles, MO, seeks a Financial Analyst to direct financial activities for Corporate Functions or a facility. You will model values and ethics, support cost accounting, and collaborate with plant leadership to improve profitability.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting and at least two years of manufacturing finance experience. Proficiency with AS400, inventory software, and MS Office is expected, with occasional travel possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of cost accounting or financial analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques is highly desired.
• Ability to produce and interpret financial reports and analyses; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist plant managers and production staff with understanding financial objectives and cost performance.
• Help analyze workload decisions, pricing quotes, and workload mix for cost effectiveness.
• Prepare monthly reports and forecasts of business activity and financial position.
• Support annual plant budgets and capital expenditure justifications.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain unit cost data for inventory.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

AS400

Inventory software

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Financial AnalystApplylocations: St. Charles, MO (Corporate)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0015031**WHO ARE WE****Sonaca North America** is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 10 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.**POSITION SUMMARY**We are currently seeking a **Finance Analyst**. Personally, or through plant team collaboration the Analyst will direct all financial activities of Corporate Functions or a certain facility. While performing all duties and responsibilities the Analyst will always model Sonaca North America values and principles and act in a manner consistent with the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.**ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*** Assists plant managers, supervisors and employees with understanding plant financial objectives, performance, and their role in ensuring cost-effective plant performance* Assists Plant General Manager and production personnel with making cost-effective workload decisions during daily operations* Assists Plant General Manager in analyzing new workloads, reviewing pricing quotes, and optimizing the workload mix to facilitate cost effective and profitable Plant performance* Engage in ongoing detailed analysis of plant performance* Specific emphasis on job cost, inventory management and valuation* Ensure the GAAP accuracy of the plants’ financial statements* Collaborate with Plant General Manager to prepare monthly written reports summarizing and forecasting business activity and financial position* Facilitate preparation of annual plant financial budgets* Review capital expenditure proposals and prepare supporting documentation and justification* Reconcile and/or analyze all balance sheet and primary income statement accounts for the plants* Maintain detailed records and analysis for developing or updating unit costs for all areas of inventory at the plants* Develop, monitor and enhance internal controls with significant emphasis on inventory control* Monitor activity related to all plant fixed assets and coordinate necessary approvals and transactions related to disposals or transfers* Perform all quarterly and year-end plant-specific accounting work* Prepare audit responses as necessary* Assist the Corporate, Segment, or COE Aerostructures Controllers to ensure compliance with all Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)documentation* Assist various corporate departments to resolve plant-related issues* Understand and abide by all federal, state and local regulations relevant to accounting and financial institutions**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES*** Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.* Minimum of two year of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis in a manufacturing environment or the equivalent of education, training and experience.* Knowledge of and experience with lean manufacturing techniques is highly desired.* Ability to produce, read and interpret various financial reports, specifications and regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office.* Ability to use various types of financial accounting management software such as: AS400 and inventory software.* Ability to convey operational performance via financial information to both financial and non-financial management.* Employee must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and shifting time requirements.* Must be able to promote a participative, team oriented environment, working with customers (both internal and external), all employees, vendors and others in a professional and respectful manner* Employee must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.* Employee must have the ability to write reports, business correspondence, work instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, employees and vendors.* Employee must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.* Employee must have the ability to perform accounting and financial calculations and projections.* Ability to produce and interpret financial data reports in logical formats.* The employee may be required to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, if necessary to meet deadlines. The employee may be asked to occasionally travel to other Sonaca North America locations for assignments or training programs.**WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?**We take care of our people.* 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution* Competitive wages* Paid holidays* Paid time off* Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance* Short-term disability* Long-term disability* Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources* Wellness program* Tuition assistance**Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions**This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America‘s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.