Sr. Financial Analyst- Japanese/English speaking is required

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time-Off

Educational Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Annual Bonus Program

Job summary

Panasonic Avionics Corporation seeks a Sr. Financial Analyst in De Soto, Kansas. In this role, you will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Mobility Energy Business Division (MEBD). This position involves budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, emphasizing manufacturing cost analysis and capital investments. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, and bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese. The role offers comprehensive health benefits and an annual bonus program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in FP&A or financial accounting in manufacturing.
• Business-level proficiency in English and native-level fluency in Japanese.
• Strong customer service, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
• Analyze manufacturing cost structures and support financial analyses.
• Coordinate financial reporting between U.S. operations and Japan HQ.

Skills

Financial Planning

Forecasting

Bilingual proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

SAP or Oracle knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Overview

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium‑ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles.

Job Summary

The Sr. Financial Analyst supports financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Mobility Energy Business Division (MEBD), working closely with U.S. operations and the Japan headquarters. This role leads budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and management reporting, with a strong focus on manufacturing cost analysis, capital investments, and operational performance. The Analyst partners with accounting and operations teams to bridge actual results with business plans, supports monthly close and IFRS‑based accounting considerations, and provides bilingual financial insights to senior leadership. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Finance, this position plays a critical role in supporting informed decision‑making and financial discipline across the organization.

Essential Duties

• Financial Planning, Forecasting, and Performance Management
  • Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets (AOP), quarterly/monthly forecasts, and mid‑term business plans
  • Develop and manage key financial metrics including profitability, cost structure, cash flow, ROIC, and CapEx performance
  • Perform variance analysis versus plan/forecast and provide clear explanations to management
  • Prepare financial presentations and materials for management reviews and executive meetings
• Financial Analysis for Manufacturing Operations
  • Analyze manufacturing cost structures (materials, labor, overhead) and production economics
  • Support financial analysis for plant ramp‑up phases, capacity changes, and productivity initiatives
  • Evaluate financial impacts of changes in production volume, start‑up timing, or operating assumptions
  • Conduct return and sensitivity analyses for major capital investments
• Support for Local Accounting and Financial Reporting
  • Work closely with the local accounting team to support monthly close activities
  • Understand key accounting treatments under IFRS (inventory valuation, fixed assets, revenue recognition, provisions, etc.)
  • Bridge actual accounting results with forecasts, budgets, and business plans
  • Identify and explain accounting‑driven impacts on financial performance and outlook
  • Participate in discussions with accountants regarding accounting processes for U.S. transactions, and support implementation into accounting practices
  • Participate in various projects in the U.S. and provide support from an accounting and finance perspective by coordinating with internal teams and external parties
  • Develop a fixed asset management process from overseas import through capitalization and physical asset verification
• Japan–U.S. Coordination and Communication
  • Serve as a primary financial point of contact between U.S. operations and Japan HQ
  • Prepare and deliver financial reports and explanations to Japanese stakeholders (in English and Japanese as applicable)
  • Translate HQ requests and financial expectations into actionable local analysis
  • Develop monthly and quarterly management reporting packages including forecast, closing, and business planning for senior leadership
  • Proactively review and ensure accuracy of such reporting packages and present them to global executives
  • Other responsibilities may be assigned by leadership as required including but not limited to translating, organizing documents, and processing invoices
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
  • Employees may be required to wear PPE such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator

Qualifications

• Education
  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Essential Qualifications
  • Minimum 3+ years of working experience as FP&A, management accounting, or business finance in a manufacturing company in the U.S. or Japan
  • Business‑level proficiency in English and native‑level fluency in Japanese, with strong reading, writing, and speaking skills in both languages
  • Advanced literacy with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Proven record of FP&A and financial reporting experience
  • Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, or another fully integrated ERP system
  • Able to work with all levels of leadership team up to CEO
  • Strong customer service skills, excellent verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to interpret and understand procedures and governmental regulations
  • Capable of handling confidential information responsibly
  • Ability to respond to inquiries from internal customers in a timely manner
  • Flexibility and multi‑tasking capabilities
  • Highly organized and able to follow a systematic method of performing a task
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments
  • Ability to cooperate and collaborate with diverse teams including those overseas in Japan
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Obtains certification(s) as the U.S. Certified Public Accountant (USCPA) and/or Nissho Bookkeeping Level 2
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally when requested
  • Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate well at all levels of the organization
  • Able to influence change without direct authority
  • Demonstrate ability to take initiative, prioritize multiple competing assignments, and manage deadlines effectively
  • Resilient, self‑motivated and able to work well under pressure
  • Alignment to Panasonic’s seven core principles
• Pre‑employment Drug Testing
  • Pre‑employment drug testing is required.
• EEO Statement
  • Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Health Benefits – medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Voluntary Benefits – life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Prison Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting
• Paid Time‑Off – vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave
• Educational Assistance – tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, life stage and fertility resources (eligibility varies)
• Employee Recognition Program – High5 platform, quarterly and annual awards
• Annual Bonus Program – opportunity for an annual performance‑based bonus
• On‑site Food Options – on‑site cafes, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits, and employee events