Sr Finance Analyst

Oshkosh AeroTech; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh AeroTech in Orlando, FL is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to support general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and month-end close activities. You will collaborate with finance and cross-functional partners to maintain accurate records and provide meaningful analysis.

The role emphasizes strong Excel and ERP system skills, process improvement, and clear communication of financial results to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 4+ years of accounting/finance experience including GL and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and journal entries basics.
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills with complex formulas.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger activities and post journal entries.
• Prepare reconciliations for balance sheets and GL.
• Support month-end close and reporting deliverables.
• Assist intercompany accounting and cross-unit reconciliations.
• Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations.
• Collaborate with FP&A and other departments.
• Support ERP implementation and system improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel expertise

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

SYSPRO

ERP systems

Job description

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people's lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

The Senior Finance Analyst will support the accounting and financial operations of Oshkosh AeroTech's Ground Support Equipment (GSE) business, with a primary focus on general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and month-end close activities. This role will work collaboratively with finance, accounting, and cross-functional business partners to maintain accurate financial records, investigate and resolve account discrepancies, and provide meaningful financial analysis to support business decisions.

YOUR IMPACT

• General Ledger Accounting: Perform and support general ledger activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, maintaining account accuracy, and ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations. Research discrepancies, identify root causes, and collaborate with appropriate business partners to resolve outstanding items.
• Month-End Close: Support monthly and periodic financial close activities, ensuring assigned journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Intercompany Accounting: Assist with intercompany transactions, account reconciliations, and the resolution of differences between business units to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Analyze financial results, investigate account fluctuations, and prepare supporting schedules, reports, and variance explanations. Clearly communicate findings and financial impacts to management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and other departments across the GSE business to research accounting issues, resolve discrepancies, and support financial and operational objectives.
• Financial Systems & ERP Support: Utilize financial systems and advanced Excel capabilities to analyze data, maintain accounting records, and improve reporting efficiency. Participate in activities supporting an upcoming ERP implementation, including process improvements and system-related projects.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen account reconciliation procedures, improve data accuracy, streamline accounting activities, and enhance the efficiency of financial processes.
• Special Projects: Support ad hoc financial analysis, reporting requests, account research, and other accounting or finance initiatives as business needs arise.
• Compliance & Internal Controls: Maintain accurate supporting documentation and perform assigned responsibilities in accordance with established accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable corporate procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Four (4) or more years of related professional experience in accounting or finance, including hands-on general ledger accounting and account reconciliation responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including journal entries, debits and credits, and financial accounting fundamentals.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities, investigating account discrepancies, and preparing financial reconciliations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to develop and work with complex formulas and analyze financial data.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and financial variance analysis.
• Familiarity with ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial business environment.
• Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) or general ledger accounting systems; familiarity with SYSPRO is a plus but not required.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, financial systems improvements, or accounting process optimization initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently research discrepancies and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain accounting issues and financial variances t