Senior Financial Analyst
Company: Essex Industries Inc
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Who We Are: We have operations in Missouri, California and
Connecticut, and we have our corporate headquarters in St. Louis,
Missouri. We serve local, national and international customers,
both military and commercial. The company supplies platform
controls, aircraft components, liquid oxygen equipment, and
emergency breathing equipment to its customers. Position Summary:
We are currently looking for a Senior Financial Accounting Analyst.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team in a
versatile role, and it would be a good fit for someone who is
interested in the manufacturing industry. With some supervision,
the Senior Financial Accounting Analyst I is responsible for
performing and assisting the Manager of Financial Reporting and the
CFO with a variety of accounting and financial duties, budgeting
and forecasting, and financial or non-financial special projects.
The Senior Financial Accounting Analyst I should have the following
attributes: honest and ethical, self-motivated, results oriented,
clear communicator, critical thinker, natural leadership skills,
desire to always improve. This position is primarily on-site at our
corporate headquarters but does offer flexibility for remote
work.
Requirements:
Essential Job Responsibilities:Assist with the consolidated annual
budgets, and 5-year operating plan (balance sheet, income
statements, KPIs and cash flow).Assist in the preparation of
monthly presentation to senior management on financial results,
variances to plan and forecasts with assistance from other
Accounting Analysts.Analyze and make inferences about historical
financial data and compile the data so that it can be used for
forecasting future overhead, direct labor, and material costs, both
in total and by line of business.Understand and assist with the
analysis of data accuracy and maintenance of ERP system, in
coordination with other Accounting Analysts and relevant functional
leaders.Assists in the creation of system controls for new
financial systems and develops procedures to improve existing
systems with our internal and external partners.Provides management
with timely discussion and analysis of organization's financial
status and progress in its various programs and activities.
Analyzes actual manufacturing costs, and compares target costs to
actual production costs.Assist in the process of compiling and
organizing information from relevant functional areas to be used in
operating budget/forecast preparation. Analyzes budget/forecast
performance and prepares variance explanation. Assist in advising
management on matters such as effective use of resources and
assumptions underlying budget/forecast.Performs and monitors cost
reduction programs in-line with company goals and strategy. Assist
with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and
profitability of products or services. Evaluate and suggest
improvements of all current financial processes and systems to
provide further efficiencies.Calculate and analyze metrics
associated with the working capital components, such as current
ratio, quick ratio, cash conversion cycle, inventory turnover and
receivables turnover.Take a role on multi-functional teams on
developing procedures and processes within the inherent internal
controls of the ERP system.Research on the taxability of capital
expenditures and document your findings to be used as support in an
audit.Review sales and use tax expenses to ensure appropriate
application of tax law, propose making corrections as
needed.Interface with various internal and external partners on
audits, negotiations and other various issues that may arise with
the IRS, bank auditors, customers, vendors, etc.Assists with
special projects, financial or operational in nature, as directed
by Director of Accounting & Financial Analysis or CFO.Attend
training and industry meetings to keep current on developing
trends.Conform with and abide by all federal, state and local
regulations relevant to accounting, tax and financial
functions.Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
and/or Finance required. Working towards or has one active relevant
professional certification (CPA, CMA, CIA, etc.). MBA or Master's
degree a plus. 3+ years of relevant experience in accounting,
financial analysis and budgeting. Familiarity with defense
contractors/government accounting offices and auditing procedures a
plus. Basic understanding of ERP software with an aptitude for
learning new technology or techniques. Essex Covid Vaccine PolicyAt
Essex, maintaining the health and safety of our employees and their
families, customers and communities is our top priority. It is
required for all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
Essex will enforce this requirement consistent with applicable
state and federal law.Why Choose Essex?Since 1947, Essex has been
offering high quality parts and services to our customers. Our
employees are what makes that happen so we do our best to take care
of what matters most, by offering a competitive total rewards
package for our employees. It's our commitment to making this a
great place to work.BenefitsBase PayBonus OpportunityPaid time
off10 company holidaysTuition ReimbursementTraining &
DevelopmentRetirement Benefits - 401kTax-Advantaged
AccountsMedical, dental, vision coveragePI182060789
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