Financial Analyst

Our client, an industrial manufacturing company, is hiring a Financial Analyst to join their corporate finance team in Pittsburgh. This role supports budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis across multiple business units, working closely with plant controllers and senior finance leadership.

The Financial Analyst will prepare monthly financial reports, build forecasting models, and identify trends that affect margins and operating expenses. This position requires strong Excel and financial modeling skills along with the ability to communicate findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

This is a full-time, on-site position offering direct exposure to executive leadership and a clear path toward senior analyst and finance manager roles within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for leadership review
• Build and maintain forecasting and budgeting models
• Analyze cost trends across manufacturing business units
• Support month-end close processes with variance analysis
• Partner with plant controllers to review capital expenditure requests
• Develop dashboards and reports using Excel and BI tools
• Assist with annual budget preparation and long-range planning
• Present financial findings to department heads and senior management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 4 or more years of financial analysis experience
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and financial modeling
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Strong understanding of GAAP and manufacturing cost accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Annual performance bonus eligibility
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site parking
• Employee wellness program

Job Type: Full-Time | Work Type: On-Site | Industry: Accounting & Finance | Experience: Mid-Senior