Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Financial Analyst, where you will play a pivotal role in optimizing the standard costing system for our Performance Tapes operations. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in driving financial accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
As a Financial Analyst, you will be critical in ensuring the financial health and efficiency of our Performance Tapes operations. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Inventory Management and Costing:
o Oversee the standard costing system to ensure accurate inventory valuation and timely updates.
o Manage inventory control processes, such as cycle counts, variance analysis, and reconciliation.
o Analyze and report on inventory adjustments and operational scrap to identify cost reduction opportunities.
* Financial Reporting and Analysis:
o Lead the month-end and quarter-end closing processes for manufacturing and inventory, collaborating closely with supply chain and operations.
o Prepare and present detailed financial reports and analyses to provide insights into key performance indicators and trends.
o Develop and maintain financial forecasts and models that support business planning and decision-making.
* Business Partnering and Process Improvement:
o Partner with R&D, Marketing, and Operations to assess the financial impact of new product development and costing optimizations.
o Drive digitization and process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes.
o Provide financial support and analysis for ad hoc business unit projects and address issues.
* Compliance and Audits:
o Ensure compliance with internal controls and support internal and external audits, including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; Master’s degree is preferred.
* Experience as a Financial Analyst in a manufacturing environment, with a strong foundation in cost accounting.
* Advanced Excel skills, with proficiency in complex formulas, pivot tables, data visualization, and VBA or Power Query.
* Experience with ERP systems (specify the system if applicable).
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to confidently challenge assumptions, articulate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders, and influence decision-making.
* Strong problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills, with a proactive and independent approach.
* Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.
* Fluency in Dutch and English at a business professional level is required.
* Digital acumen (AI, digitization projects) is a plus.
Additional Information
We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.