Plant Financial Analyst

The Sedona Group; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerPros, LLC is seeking a Plant Financial Analyst to support financial operations at a manufacturing facility in Delaware County, Iowa. The role covers financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, inventory controls, and month-end close tasks in a hands-on environment.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience) and at least one year in accounting/finance, preferably in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least one year of accounting or finance experience.
• Manufacturing or multi-location company experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial team members.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support financial operations across purchasing, production, shipping, receiving, and inventory.
• Review financial statements, P&L accounts, and balance sheet accounts for accuracy.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.
• Process weekly hourly payroll, review timecards, and prepare payroll reports.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end closing activities.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and open receipt issues.
• Monitor expenses, overhead costs, and performance against financial targets.
• Support inventory cycle counts, physical inventories, and fixed asset controls.
• Track capital project spending and maintain accurate fixed asset records.
• Analyze financial results, identify cost-saving opportunities, and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plant Financial Analyst

Location: Delaware County, Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Monday - Friday - On Site

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Plant Financial Analyst to support financial operations at a manufacturing facility in Delaware County, Iowa. This role is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, inventory controls, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with teams across all levels of the organization. This is a direct hire opportunity. Meaning, the right fit candidate will go directly onto the hiring company's payroll and be eligible for their benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Support financial operations across purchasing, production, shipping, receiving, and inventory.
• Review financial statements, P&L accounts, and balance sheet accounts for accuracy.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.
• Process weekly hourly payroll, review timecards, and prepare payroll reports.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end closing activities.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and open receipt issues.
• Monitor expenses, overhead costs, and performance against financial targets.
• Support inventory cycle counts, physical inventories, and fixed asset controls.
• Track capital project spending and maintain accurate fixed asset records.
• Analyze financial results, identify cost-saving opportunities, and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least one year of accounting or finance experience.
• Manufacturing or multi-location company experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial team members.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.