Financial Analyst

About this job Job Description The Financial Analyst/Auditor provides detailed financial and audit analysis to ensure accurate pricing, contracts, and supplier payments. In this role, you review complex financial data, identify and resolve supplier overpayment situations, and help ensure contracts reflect accurate and current pricing. You support decision-making through analysis, reporting, and consultation, and play a key role in optimizing business plans and improving financial results. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive financial analysis to support detailed and time-sensitive contract reviews and pricing issues. Determine the root cause of pricing errors on contracts with suppliers and recommend corrective actions. Drive closure of open audit cases and ensure timely collection of overpayments within established time frames. Deliver internal and external financial analysis, consultation, and decision support to stakeholders. Prepare, analyze, and present data using charts, diagrams, and other visualization methods to communicate findings clearly. Write clear, concise reports and summaries that document audit findings, recommendations, and business impact. Create and maintain spreadsheets to capture and track audit analysis, supplier recoveries, and related metrics. Review, validate, and edit data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness across multiple sources and systems. Optimize business plans and financial strategies to improve business performance and cost savings. Interface with stakeholders at various levels in both group and individual settings to review audits and discuss key discrepancies. Monitor and audit reports on an ongoing basis to assure accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures. Analyze ad-hoc reports and special requests, providing timely and insightful financial and audit analysis. Perform special studies and investigations at the request of leadership, including deep dives into complex financial issues. Identify, track, and collect predetermined values of annual supplier cost recoveries and ensure proper documentation. Assist in the training, coaching, development, and evaluation of other analysts within the work group. Help coordinate various financial activities within the team to ensure alignment, efficiency, and timely completion of tasks. Lead or contribute to project definition, planning, and coordination for audit and financial analysis initiatives. Participate in the selection process for new team members by contributing to interviews and evaluations as needed. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, advanced formulas and functions, data analysis and validation, conditional and logical formulas, and Macros/VBA. Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Project. Proficiency with reporting and analysis tools and ERP systems such as GPS, MGO, PDS, E-Squared, eSAP, and MARS. Ability to interpret and administer accounting procedures and principles in a practical business context. Familiarity with purchasing and finance environments, including policies, processes, and cross-functional working relationships. Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to handle complex financial and audit issues. Strong analytical abilities to identify financial discrepancies, pricing errors, and contract inconsistencies. Ability to identify issues, generate solutions, and select appropriate alternatives using root cause analysis. High attention to detail with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple audits and projects simultaneously. Capability to work effectively within restricted time constraints while maintaining accuracy and quality. Experience working in complex, global environments and collaborating with global project teams. Knowledge and understanding of corporate and unit policies and procedures related to finance and purchasing. Ability to use uncertainty tools to provide scenario analysis and decision points for leadership. Project management experience, including planning, organizing, and tracking tasks and deliverables. Strong organization, planning, and data management skills to handle large datasets and complex reports. Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of initiative and ownership of assigned tasks. Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across functions and teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and stakeholder discussions. Effective interpersonal skills and communication methods to build strong working relationships with business partners. Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, Audit, or a related field. 57 years of experience in pricing analysis, finance, accounting, financial reporting, contract administration, financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, or closely related disciplines. Additional Skills & Qualifications CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification is preferred. Experience identifying and resolving financial discrepancies, billing errors, pricing issues, and contract inconsistencies. Comfort with quantitative problem-solving, including arithmetic, logical reasoning, and data-driven analysis. Experience reviewing large datasets, reports, or contracts to identify risks, errors, and cost-saving opportunities. Ability to validate analytical findings, prioritize issues requiring action, and communicate recommendations clearly. Experience conducting or participating in technical interviews or assessments focused on analytical reasoning is beneficial. Background in manufacturing or cost-based analysis is helpful but not required, as the focus is on foundational analytical skills. Motivation to grow within a large, complex organization and leverage this role as a pathway to long-term career opportunities. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of WARREN, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in WARREN,MI. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for Financial and Investment Analysts, the occupation this job title matches. It describes the occupation, not this job. The median wage for Financial and Investment Analysts in Michigan was 45.88 USD per hour (95,420 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 36.68-58.45 USD per hour. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr Talentify