Financial Analyst I

Milwaukee-Tool; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Financial Analyst to partner with business leaders in Wisconsin. You will analyze monthly activity, build forecasts, and communicate results to the financial leadership team. You’ll deliver timely month-end close tasks and manage accruals while supporting ad hoc analysis.

Join a fast-growing brand with strong benefits including comprehensive health plans, a 401(k) plan, education assistance, and on-site wellness facilities to support your career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze monthly activity, build forecasts and communicate results to the financial leadership team.
• Deliver timely month-end close tasks including journal entries and accruals.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and identify process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description:INNOVATE without boundaries!At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide support to your business unit.Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Partner with business leaders to analyze monthly activity, build monthly forecasts, and communicate results to the financial leadership team.Work with cross functional departments to investigate and determine root cause of monthly financial variances.Deliver timely and accurate month-end close tasks including journal entries and managing accruals.Easily adapt to the changing needs of internal customers and create meaningful ad hoc \"what-if\" financial analysis. Provide an objective opinion as well as develop recommendations for improvements.Identify knowledge gaps and develop tools, processes, and models to provide meaningful information to internal customers.Develop peer relationships with other financial analysts to drive consistency in reporting, analysis, and operational procedures and rhythm.Demonstrate a commitment to continuous process improvement. Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities and streamline processes.Demonstrate ability to manage multiple processes and prioritize appropriately.Assist in preparation of rolling 18 month forecast.The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance related fieldStrong attention to detailExcellent analytical skillsAble to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening)Proficient in Microsoft applications, with advanced Excel knowledgeSelf-motivatedAbility to work well on diverse, cross-functional teamsAble to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentWe provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plansGenerous 401 (K) savings planEducation assistanceOn-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee serviceAnd many more, check out our benefits site HERE .Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.