Senior Plant Financial Analyst

Company: Schaeffler
Location: Wooster
Posted on: October 27, 2024

Job Description:

Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking a Senior Plant Financial Analyst for our Wooster, OH location. This position is responsible for supporting management in all aspects of financial reporting and performance related topics with a primary focus on product costing, deviation analysis and return on investment calculations. A successful senior plant financial analyst would be a key business partner to the plant management team for production plant. In addition, this role will be responsible for month end closing, forecasting and budgeting functions.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Responsible for independently driving all financials regarding the assigned production plant
• Prepares and develops operating budgets and financial forecasts, institutes and maintains other planning and control procedures (including the cost accounting system), and analyzes and reports variances
• Monthly Reporting Budget vs. Actual - discussions with the Plant Management
• Active participation in Plant Management meetings
• Maintains effective internal controls to ensure protection of assets and an accurate reporting of financial position
• Main contact for all financial related topics for the plant's management structure
• Track action plans to improve plant performance
• Support with Legal entity tasks with plant related impacts (e.g. Accruals, warranty claims, IC billing of project cost, evaluation of other financial proceedings, etc.)
  
  Qualifications
  
  Required:
  
  • Bachelor's Degree in either Accounting, Finance or Engineering
  • Minimum of five (5) years working experience in a similar field with d eep financial/business understanding
  • Must be a creative hands-on individual who has excellent communication, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal skills at the highest level of the organization
  • Must have the ability to work cooperatively in a team setting and maintain confidentiality
  • Must possess very well-developed problem-solving skills, strong organizational skills and has demonstrated the ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organization
  • Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Office Excel (especially Word and Excel)
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.
    
    Preferred:
    
    • Experience with SAP
    • Experience working in a manufacturing environment
      
      Our Offering
      
      
      • Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
      • Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
      • Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and developmentprograms.
      • Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.
        
        See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits
        
        As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.
        
        Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.
        
        www.schaeffler.com/careers
        
        Your Contact
        
        Schaeffler Transmission, LLC
        
        April Downing
        
        +18038355856
        
        Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
        
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        Job Type:Professional
        Job Family:Finance
        Contract Type:Not Applicable
        Schedule:Full-Time
        
        Nearest Major Market: Canton
        Nearest Secondary Market: Akron
        Job Segment: Financial Analyst, Accounting, Plant Manager, Financial, Plant, Finance, Manufacturing

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