Financial Analyst I: Forecasting & Reporting (Manufacturing)

Ferrara Fire Apparatus; Holden (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara Fire Apparatus in Holden, LA is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional to support the Controller in day-to-day financial tasks. You'll analyze performance, forecast results, and prepare reports for senior management.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 3–5 years of automated accounting experience, advanced Excel, and the ability to handle high-volume transactions, month-end and year-end entries, with ERP experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 3–5 years automated accounting experience.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Able to handle high volume of transactions.
• Month end and year end journal entries.
• Prior Great Plains ERP experience preferred.
• Cost accounting exposure / experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to assess business performance and investment opportunities.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and projections for senior management or clients.
• Evaluating current and historical financial data to determine company value and investment potential.
• Studying business, industry, and economic trends to inform strategic planning.
• Assisting with budgeting, variance analysis, and financial planning processes.
• Performing ad-hoc analyses and providing recommendations for portfolios or individual investments.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Multi-tasking

High-volume transactions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Ferrara Fire Apparatus in Holden, LA is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional to support the Controller in day-to-day financial tasks. You'll analyze performance, forecast results, and prepare reports for senior management.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 3–5 years of automated accounting experience, advanced Excel, and the ability to handle high-volume transactions, month-end and year-end entries, with ERP experience a plus.