Strategic Finance Partner: Manufacturing & Cost Optimization

Hexcel; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team onsite in Decatur, AL. This role partners with operations to deliver FP&A insights, influence decisions, and drive manufacturing efficiency within a leading aerospace materials company.

The position collaborates with business and corporate finance to support investment decisions, cost management, and financial controls, reporting to the Global Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Accounting preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in operational finance or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with MRP systems; experience with Journal Entries and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Financial Planning and Analysis support to leadership.
• Lead manufacturing cost improvement initiatives across products.
• Support monthly financial close processes and accounting work.
• Participate in capital expenditure planning and project evaluations.
• Conduct audits of financial processes and transactions.
• Support internal and external audits of financial controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Excel (advanced)

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Accounting)

MBA/MAcc/CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Hexcel is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team onsite in Decatur, AL. This role partners with operations to deliver FP&A insights, influence decisions, and drive manufacturing efficiency within a leading aerospace materials company.

The position collaborates with business and corporate finance to support investment decisions, cost management, and financial controls, reporting to the Global Controller.