Financial Analyst

Nesco Resource, LLC

Clinton, IA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$33 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Consolidation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Capital Analysis, Communication Skills, Corporate Finance, Cost Analysis, Cost Reporting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Internal Audit, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Materials Tracking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Physical Inventory, Pivot Tables, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Revenue Recognition, Timing Verification, Vlookups
LOCATION
Clinton, IA
POSTED
1 day ago

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support plant accounting and finance operations within a manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in inventory accounting, fixed asset management, financial reporting, month-end close activities, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, and experience working with manufacturing financials.


Top Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of General Ledger (GL) accounting
  • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with internal and external audit activities.
  • Review and audit quarterly fixed assets, including additions, retirements, true-ups, and maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register.
  • Perform monthly inventory balancing for:
    • Raw Materials
    • Work-in-Process (WIP)
    • Finished Goods (FG)
    • Supplies
    • Intercompany charges
  • Assist with physical inventories of:
    • Finished Goods
    • Work-in-Process
    • Board Inventory
    • Supplies
    • Company Assets
  • Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory levels and communicate findings to Finance and Plant leadership.
  • Support the month-end financial close and consolidation process.
  • Coordinate with corporate finance teams to provide monthly financial reporting and supporting information.
  • Review and resolve discrepancies identified during month-end reporting.
  • Assist with working capital reporting and analysis for the manufacturing facility.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and develop Margin Enhancement initiatives.
  • Support department managers with financial data, reporting, and analysis.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives, KPI reporting, and implementation of financial consolidation tools.
  • Analyze financial statements and investigate significant variances.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Production teams to:
    • Resolve accounting discrepancies
    • Ensure proper revenue recognition
    • Verify transaction timing
    • Approve monthly AP accruals
  • Review and analyze job costing reports and investigate cost variances.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in manufacturing accounting or plant finance.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • General Ledger accounting
    • Fixed Assets
    • Inventory Accounting
    • Job Costing
    • Financial Reporting
  • Experience supporting month-end close and financial consolidations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Production, and Corporate teams.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
  • Experience with ERP systems is preferred.

 

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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Nesco Resource, LLC

Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.

That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.

When you need to find a job, we're your partner.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/