Jr. Financial Analyst

Our client is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components and is publicly traded. They hold the top global position in their area of aerospace manufacturing and have a rich history of growth and evolution over the last 75 years. The company culture is fantastic, offering great exposure and growth opportunities. In 2022, Forbes named them one of the World's Best Employers, and they were ranked as a "Top Employer for Diversity".

Why work for our client?

• Publicly traded company in a growing trajectory.
• Named by Forbes as one of the worlds top employers
• Full insurance on day 1
• Generous 401k match
• Great company culture and team environment.
• Great training!

Role Description

This is an amazing 24-month rotational program opportunity for a Jr. Financial Analyst. The Jr. Financial Analyst will be responsible for day-to-day financial planning, analyzing financial statements, financial reporting, and supporting the overall finance function.

The candidate will have exposure to both corporate and plant environments. The program will develop candidates into well-rounded financial professionals ready to progress into increasingly challenging assignments; this is a flexible program that provides broad exposure to several company operations, financial and management systems, organizational levels, and problem-solving approaches.This position will report to the Controller.This is a 24-month rotational program and candidates must be geographically mobile throughout the program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly financial forecasts and weekly forecast updates.
• Analysis of financial and operational results.
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for senior management.
• Month-end closing and reporting, including account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries with other APP locations.
• Capital appropriation support.
• Analysis of plant spending and leadership of spend management systems.
• Tracking execution of cost savings projects and coordinating reporting in cost savings system.
• Financial analysis and process development for special projects, as required.
• Completion of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related discipline.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial experience within manufacturing/audit companies is preferred
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint Skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Self-starter.
• Experience with querying databases.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Experience with cost accounting.