Fp&A Analyst I

Job Description

This onsite position is an Analyst I role reporting to the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis [FP&A] at our Great Lakes Works in Ecorse, MI. This position is responsible for analyzing financial data, supporting budgeting and forecasting, driving cost improvements, facilitating business partnerships, and providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making. This is a highly visible and engaging position working with all levels within the enterprise.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Skills, Abilities, and Attributes:
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, problem-solving abilities, and result-driven action-oriented mindset
• Ability to collaborate and work independently in fast-paced environment
• Experience with FP&A, other data/analysis intense fields, and/or Manufacturing/Industrial settings is a plus
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with Oracle ERP, OneStream, Power BI, or Python is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Drive accountability and value-creating action through robust variance analysis
• Gain a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and critical business drivers
• Facilitate business partnering, engagement, and communication between Operations and other business support groups to enhance operational and financial results
• Support annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and monthly updates
• Develop critical KPI targets and drive accountability with KPI owners
• Pressure test improvement project plans and results
• Drive process improvements that result in efficiencies and effectiveness
• Create business cases and financial support for capital appropriations and investments
• Prepare analysis and presentations to support plant and/or executive leadership including proactive and insightful analysis and commentary on enterprise results
• Assist, facilitate, and/or collaborate with Operations, FP&A and other support groups to develop forecasts and complete month end closings
• Training and Development:
• Mentoring and training provided by onsite FP&A Manager
• Opportunities to function independently on certain tasks
• Potential for career growth and advancement within the company