Plant Finance Analyst

AAON, Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Healthcare insurance & HSA

Profit sharing or incentive plan

401(k) plan

Job summary

AAON, Inc. is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead plant FP&A activities at the Redmond facility. You will translate operational performance into financial targets, forecast models, and action plans to optimize margins and costs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years in finance or manufacturing, with CPA/CFA preferred and comfort with ERP systems and financial modeling. You will partner across plant teams and senior leadership to drive data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline; 4+ years in finance/FP&A or manufacturing.
• CPA or CFA preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial modeling strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Translate operational performance into financial targets, forecasts, and decision support analyses.
• Prepare plant budgets, rolling forecasts, and financial models with production drivers.
• Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions for labor, overhead, and material usage.
• Collaborate with plant teams to improve data accuracy and cost behavior understanding.
• Develop standardized metrics across the facility and present insights to management.

Skills

Financial principles

Cost accounting

Plant metrics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Financial modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CPA or CFA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial modeling

Job description

Primary Duties

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with plant leadership to translate operational performance into financial targets, forecasts, and decision support analysis.
• Prepare plant level budgets, rolling forecasts, and financial models that incorporate production assumptions and operational drivers.
• Conduct timely variance analysis, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions for labor, overhead, material usage, and productivity.
• Collaborate with plant teams to validate data, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance understanding of cost behavior.
• Support development of standardized operational and financial metrics across the facility.
• Analyze trends, risks, and opportunities while linking plant performance to margin and cost outcomes.
• Prepare and present financial reports, performance reviews, and insights to plant management and Finance leadership.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant financial processes, reporting, and data quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline; 4+ years of finance or related experience, including directly applicable experience in financial planning & analysis and/or manufacturing industry or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial modeling strongly desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of financial principles, cost accounting, and plant operating metrics.
• Ability to analyze production data, identify trends, and connect operational drivers to cost outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial insights to plant operators and leaders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and performance analysis.
• Strong collaboration and partnership skills with cross‑functional and plant teams.

Essential Mental and Physical Functions

Frequent use of computer systems for financial analysis, modeling, and reporting. Ability to sit for extended periods while preparing reports and analyzing data. Occasional walking and standing in plant production areas during operational reviews. Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.

Work Environment

Work performed in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent engagement on the plant floor. Exposure to noise, dust, and temperature variations during plant walkthroughs or data validation activities. Compliance with all applicable safety protocols when entering production areas.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Benefits and Compensation Summary

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan
• Bonus Premium
• 401(k) plan
• Pay Range: $89,458.00 - $121,031.00

About the Company

At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting-edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments - including cleanrooms, data centers, and laboratories - where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long-term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.