Financial Analyst

?? Location: Shafter, CA (100% On-Site)

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets (complex formulas).

• Experience with PeopleSoft or other ERP systems.

• Background in Accounting/Finance (degree required).

• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

• Knowledge of inventory cycle counts, reconciliations, and financial true-ups.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Financial Analyst with a deep understanding of product manufacturing processes and a strong partnership with plant leadership. This role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and inventory reconciliation. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who identifies risks and opportunities before month-end and collaborates with operations to improve financial accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

?? Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with plant leadership to analyze production rates and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

• Assist in the monthly financial close, preparing reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

• Perform cost variance analysis, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

?? Inventory & Payroll Management:

• Facilitate inventory processes, including standard cost setting, cycle counts, variance analysis, and financial reconciliation.

• Conduct weekly payroll reviews to ensure accuracy, provide payroll analytics, and train department managers.

?? Reporting & Internal Controls:

• Ensure accurate financial statements and maintain internal controls, continuously improving processes.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure proper documentation.

• Validate production reporting across MES/ArcPlan and PeopleSoft.

?? Strategic & Operational Support:

• Maintain Bill of Materials (BOMs) and routing accuracy.

• Work with operations to implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

• Take on special projects to analyze KPIs and drive operational efficiencies.

• Participate in safety and compliance programs as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

? Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in accounting or finance.

• Strong financial analysis, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally and maintain a compliance-focused approach.

? Preferred:

• MBA or CMA certification (preferred but not required).

• Experience in manufacturing finance.

• Knowledge of key financial and operational systems such as ArcPlan, Coupa, Maximo, PeopleSoft, TM1, and ADP E-time.