Financial Analyst II

IPG; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Extensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

IPG is seeking a Financial Analyst II in Finance to compile and analyze financial information critical to our departments. You will consolidate reports, perform month-end entries, and support audit requests across North American manufacturing locations.

You will develop revenue/expense analyses, create monthly/quarterly/annual reports, forecast finances, and identify trends for management review. A strong Excel and ERP background is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related roles.
• Supports cost accounting activities, including inventory analysis, manufacturing cost reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliation of cost-related accounts across manufacturing locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to build complex financial models.
• Proficiency in Consolidation and ERP systems LV and JDE preferred.
• Experience with SQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consolidates reports, month-end journal entries, audit requests, scheduling, recurring meetings and provides system maintenance for multiple manufacturing locations across North America.
• Develops integrated revenue/expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations of business units
• Creates and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual business unit reports and ensures financial information is accurately recorded.
• Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to manager.
• Performs financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Performs other financial analyst related tasks as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Cost accounting knowledge

SQL (basic)

Team collaboration

Business communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

LV/JDE ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Description

Title: Financial Analyst II

Department: Finance

Immediate Supervisor: Group Controller

Status: Exempt Salaried

Position Purpose: The Financial Analyst II will compile and analyze financial information integral to the core objectives and requirements of each department.

Principle Accountabilities

• Responsible for consolidating reports, month-end journal entries, audit requests, scheduling, reoccurring meetings and providing regular system maintenance for companies various manufacturing locations across North America.


• Develops integrated revenue/expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations of business units


• Creates and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual business unit reports and ensures that financial information has been recorded accurately.


• Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to manager.


• Performs financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.


• Any and all financial analyst related tasks as directed by supervisor

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required


• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related roles


• Supports cost accounting activities, including inventory analysis, manufacturing cost reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliation of cost-related accounts across manufacturing locations.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office including excellent Excel skills and a proven ability to build complex financial models


• Proficiency in Consolidation and ERP softwares, such as LV and JDE, preferred


• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Systems, preferred


• Experience with SQL, preferred


• Must be results and deadline oriented with an ability to manage multiple assignments and work extended hours as dictated by the workload


• A strong desire to professionally grow and the ability to enthusiastically embrace new challenges


• Must be a team player with an ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

• We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities.