Financial Analyst I

Innovate Without Boundaries

At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide support to your business unit.

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

You'll be disruptive through these duties and responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to analyze monthly activity, build monthly forecasts, and communicate results to the financial leadership team.
• Work with cross functional departments to investigate and determine root cause of monthly financial variances.
• Deliver timely and accurate month-end close tasks including journal entries and managing accruals.
• Easily adapt to the changing needs of internal customers and create meaningful ad hoc "what-if" financial analysis. Provide an objective opinion as well as develop recommendations for improvements.
• Identify knowledge gaps and develop tools, processes, and models to provide meaningful information to internal customers.
• Develop peer relationships with other financial analysts to drive consistency in reporting, analysis, and operational procedures and rhythm.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous process improvement. Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities and streamline processes.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple processes and prioritize appropriately.
• Assist in preparation of rolling 18 month forecast.

The tools you'll bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance related field
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening)
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, with advanced Excel knowledge
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work well on diverse, cross-functional teams
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.