Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Wurtec is a global organization that specializes in elevators and the people who use them. We operate on a strong set of core values that include being dedicated, ambitious, hardworking, willing to accept responsibility, and integrity. As the leading tool and components supplier to the vertical transportation industry, we empower professionals in the field to work more safely, quickly, and efficiently. As a manufacturer of residential and commercial elevator systems, we provide passengers with the smoothest, safest ride available. Our products are on the front lines of elevator construction worldwide – and our people are known throughout the industry for talent, dedication, and superior customer service.

Position Summary: An integral resource who helps company leadership and the finance & accounting department interpret business performance and helps the company achieve strategic and financial objectives through data, analysis, and recommendations. The position assists in the execution of financial planning, forecasting, and analysis along with the preparation of data for insurance, bank, and other compliance needs. This role assists key managers in identifying, implementing and tracking productivity improvement and assists in preparing presentations.

Essential Duties include but are not limited to:

• Promotes and demonstrates Wurtec's core values (dedicated, hardworking, ambitious, willing to accept responsibility, and integrity).
• Participate in the development of annual and strategic financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Execute data and compliance requirements for banks, 401k, and annual insurance plan needs.
• Assist in the preparation and reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare insightful financial analysis and models for research & development, growth, and ad hoc projects to assist in timely business decisions.
• Help facilitate improved data integrity to provide for improved reporting and analysis.
• Support various lines of business with functional reporting and analysis needs. This may include the creation of dashboards & reports to track company performance & progress.
• Lead process improvement projects and initiatives to create standardized processes, templates, and tools to simplify and support corporate consolidation and reporting workflows.
• Share analysis findings with leadership through formal presentations, written insights, and verbal interactions.
• All other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Technical & Behavioral Skills:

• Ability to take initiative, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others.
• Curiosity – A genuine desire to learn the business and processes through asking questions and learning about others in the company.
• Creative thinker with the ability to make decisions and execute effectively and timely.
• Ability to effectively work within a team environment and provide back-up support where needed.
• Systematic approach in carrying out assignments including appropriate follow-up.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Intermediate/advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint & Word
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, sort and accurately report large volumes of data in a timely manner with concise and organized results and thoughts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 2 plus years of financial analysis and/or accounting experience required.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.