Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst Location: Elkhart, IN, US Job Summary The person selected for this role will sit at the Elkhart, IN location with support & travel to the North Liberty, IN location. The Finance Analyst is responsible for the General Ledger and month‑end close and for financial statement preparation and reporting. This position reports directly to the Controller. Supports the timely reporting of daily, monthly and annual financial and operational data. The FA will gain broad exposure to financial planning, reporting and operational support, positioning them for future leadership within the finance department. Responsibilities Implement, sponsor, and support all continuous reliability improvement standards and practices. Accountable for accurate standard costs and annual review process, inventory costing and absorption testing. Responsible for accurately compiling data for journal entries during the month‑end closing processes. Must be a critical thinking/forward thinking and results oriented individual. Provide financial analysis support, including cost control opportunities and working capital management. Excellent communication and strong analytical skills are required as well as excellent computer skills. Experience with Oracle System is a plus. Review internal controls and determine design and operating effectiveness. Assist and support monthly closing cycles. Assist and support planning, forecasting and budgeting processes of the operation. Assist and support in ensuring internal controls and policies followed. Assist and support financial and manufacturing analysis of both recurring and ad‑hoc nature to internal management. Assist and support payroll. Assist and supply financial data needed for capital appropriations. Assist and support the creation of the annual business plan. Support in month end closing. Assist and support analyzing actual profits and losses vs. the budget on a monthly basis. Assist and support conducting cost studies on various item numbers or customer profit analysis. Assist and support conducting annual fixed asset inventory. Benefits Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions Education Assistance Bonus Plan Eligibility Parental Leave Required Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Minimum of three years' experience in similar roles preferably including experience in a Plant Operation environment. Preferred Skills & Qualifications Understanding of standard costing principles and variance analysis. Ability to perform inventory valuation, reconcile inventory accounts, and analyze inventory movements. Experience with manufacturing KPIs. Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP). Experience with S/4 HANA preferred. Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr