Financial Analyst- Accounting Degree is required!

Overview Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey! Responsibilities (by clicking this link you are being referred to an external site that is not part of Panasonic) What You'll Get To Do: Support financial planning, forecasting, month-end closing, inventory analysis, and business decision-making for Panasonic Energy's battery business. Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility, automate reporting processes, and provide actionable business insights through data analysis. Financial Planning & Forecasting Support monthly forecast, annual budget, and mid-term planning processes Analyse variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year Provide management with key business insights Financial Analysis & Business Support Analyze sales, gross profit, inventory, logistics costs, and operating expenses Support decision making through financial modeling and scenario analysis Perform margin analysis and execute pricing registration to ensure accuracy and timely completion Participate in business reviews with operational teams Month-End Closing & Reporting Support monthly and quarterly closing activities Prepare management reports for U.S. and Japan headquarters Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reporting Inventory & Supply Chain Analysis Monitor inventory aging, VMI inventory, and inventory turns Analyze inventory risks and working capital impacts Support supply-demand planning discussions Process Improvement & Automation Improve reporting efficiency through automation tools Develop dashboards using Power BI and advanced Excel Support AI-driven and digital transformation initiatives Special Projects Support tariff refund analysis Support ERP/Hyperion implementation Participate in cross-functional improvement projects SOX & Internal Controls Support internal control compliance activities Participate in audit requests and documentation reviews Qualifications What You'll Bring: Education & Experience: Degree required Bachelor’s Degree in accounting required. 2-5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, FP&A, or Business Analysis Experience with forecasting and financial reporting SAP experience and experience in a manufacturing environment are preferred. Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Collaboration and teamwork across functions and regions Continuous learning mindset and intellectual curiosity Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiencies Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Effective communication and business partnering skills Self-motivated and able to work independently Communications: Internal: Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, and Manufacturing teams in the U.S. and Mexico External: Corporate headquarters in the U.S. and Japan, external auditors, and business partners as required Ability to effectively communicate financial information and business insights to various levels of management Other Requirements: Travel up to 25% may be required to support manufacturing locations, business meetings, project activities, and training programs in the U.S., Mexico, and other locations as needed. On‑site presence is required from Tuesday through Thursday to support cross‑functional collaboration and business operations Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, and data analytics platforms is preferred. Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You: Panasonic prioritizes total well‑being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health: Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. Paid Time‑Off Benefits – 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, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service. Employee Recognition Program – High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition Annual Bonus Program – Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus. We Take Opportunity Seriously: At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honestyhave been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equalopportunity employer. The wage range of $70,000 - $80,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Panasonic Avionics Corporation