Financial Analyst I

Milwaukee Tool; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness facilities

Coffee service

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a finance/analyst professional in Menomonee Falls, WI to support monthly close, forecasting, and variance analysis. You will partner with leaders across departments to deliver timely insights and drive improvements in reporting and processes.

The role requires 1–3 years in accounting or finance, a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and strong Excel and communication skills. A fast-paced environment offers growth, teamwork, and cross-functional exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Ability to work well in diverse, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to analyze monthly activity, build forecasts, and report results to finance leadership.
• Investigate root causes of monthly variances across departments.
• Deliver timely month-end close tasks including journal entries and accruals.
• Carry out ad hoc analyses and provide objective recommendations for improvements.
• Identify knowledge gaps and develop tools, processes, and models for internal customers.
• Collaborate to drive consistency in reporting and operational procedures.
• Support rolling 18-month forecast preparation and prioritization of tasks.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-motivated

Ability to prioritize

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Power BI

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 Finance
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance related field
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening)
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, with advanced Excel knowledge
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work well on diverse, cross-functional teams
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.