Remote-Start Financial Analyst – Plant Cost & Budgeting

Augmentis; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Health coverage from day one

9% 401(k) match

Employer-funded retirement

Job summary

Augmentis is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Plant Controller at a leading aerospace manufacturer in LaPorte, IN, with full relocation assistance and a remote start window of 30–60 days while relocation is completed. You will handle month-end close, cost accounting, inventory analysis, and budgeting support, partnering with finance and operations to drive cost control and accurate reporting.

Candidates will have 1-3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to operate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience (open to strong new grads with internship experience).
• Proficient in Excel; familiarity with Word and Access a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support Plant Controller with day-to-day general accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting (daily, weekly, monthly).
• Analyze manufacturing inventory costs and variances; assist cost-reduction initiatives.
• Maintain payroll and fringe expense tracking, labor standards, and site fixed assets/capital plan.
• Assist with general and cost accounting functions: product costing, variance analysis, reconciliations.
• Support monthly finance close, business review packages, budgeting/forecasting.
• Conduct process research and build spreadsheets/tools to support work.
• Participate in physical inventory and fixed asset counts; back up daily reporting and checkbook review.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Organization & detail orientation

Verbal and written communication

US work authorization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Job description

Augmentis is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Plant Controller at a leading aerospace manufacturer in LaPorte, IN, with full relocation assistance and a remote start window of 30–60 days while relocation is completed. You will handle month-end close, cost accounting, inventory analysis, and budgeting support, partnering with finance and operations to drive cost control and accurate reporting.

Candidates will have 1-3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to operate