Financial Analyst I

Financial Analyst I La Porte City, IN Posted: 8/4/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 224516 Job Category: Financial/Accounting Position Type: Associate - W2 Duration: 6 mo Shift: 1 PDS Defense, Inc. Pay Rate: $36.00/hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Overtime: Occasional, not on a regular basis Position Summary PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst I to support accounting, inventory reporting, cost analysis, financial reconciliation, and budgeting activities in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting key business decisions through detailed financial analysis. Key Responsibilities Participate in the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion Prepare monthly journal entries and inventory-related reconciliations Maintain daily inventory records and oversee metal receiving functions Reconcile inventory activity, billings, and associated cost variances Maintain Cast House melting and casting activity worksheets Analyze alloy activity and prepare journal vouchers Research and explain financial variances while collaborating with leadership Assist with annual budgeting processes by expense category Review general ledger activity and prepare adjusting entries as needed Support special projects, reporting requests, and financial analyses Maintain physical inventory documentation and controls Perform Oracle to AS400 reconciliations and prepare required adjustments Support company Self-Assessment Tool initiatives related to inventory and cost accounting Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (BBA/BBS) 2+ years of accounting or finance experience Experience with: Journal entries Account reconciliations Financial analysis Strong Microsoft Office skills: Excel Word Access Knowledge of computerized reporting systems and internal controls Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and support various stakeholders Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial data and business impacts Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing or operating environment Benefits Direct Deposit 401(k) Plan Paid Holidays (select assignments) Affordable Medical Coverage Short-Term Disability Insurance Free Career Counseling Services Skills Training Opportunities Employee Referral Bonus Program DailyPay (available in select locations) Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit or The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr