Senior Analyst

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.; Eveleth (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. in Eveleth, MN is seeking a Senior Analyst to compile, analyze, and report operational results, develop budgets and forecasts, and support capital reporting. You will participate in monthly close activities, prepare journal entries, and log production statistics while engaging with multiple departments.

Strong communication skills are a must. The role emphasizes financial modeling, performance reporting, and driving site efficiency, with a comprehensive compensation package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver performance reports with KPI analysis weekly and monthly.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to track spending and timing.
• Develop budgets and forecasts including cost, production and capital.
• Participate in forecast analyses and presentations.
• Perform month-end activities: accruals, allocations, statistics, reporting and reconciliations.
• Support capital project cost and production impact analysis through completion.
• Assist audits and tax prep with information and support.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve site efficiency and operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Written and verbal communication

Detail oriented

initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Location: Eveleth, MN Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Senior Analyst. The Senior Analyst is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and reporting operational results; developing budgets and forecasts; and supporting capital reporting and analysis. The Senior Analyst participates in monthly close activities, including preparing and recording journal entries, logging production and operating statistics, and completing assigned account reconciliations. The candidate collaborates closely with various departments and operational teams and must demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver performance reports, including analysis of operational and financial KPI’s on a weekly and monthly basis.
• This requires regular communication with maintenance and operations personnel to track spending amounts and timing.
• Develop budgets and forecasts, including cost, production and capital.
• Participates in forecast analysis and presentation.
• Performs assigned month‑end accounting activities, including accruals, allocations, production statistics, reporting, analysis and account reconciliations.
• Participate in capital project development by providing analysis of cost and production impacts.
• Monitor and report on capital projects through completion.
• Provide information and support for internal and external audits and tax preparation.
• Perform ad‑hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as requested.
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Actively seeks opportunities to improve site efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines, goal‑oriented.
• Proficiency in translating complex information into understandable reports.
• Attention to detail.
• Take initiative, professional curiosity, and drive to understand the business.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in public accounting and/or private industry with knowledge of accounting and finance.

The salary range for this role is $78,000-88,000. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat‑rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high‑performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.