Financial Analyst

Location: Kennesaw, GA — Onsite Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of Kennesaw, GA. Relocation is not available for this position. Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 annual base salary, plus bonus eligibility. Brief Description The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions of the company. This position will provide critical insights to drive strategic decision-making, optimize financial performance, and ensure the company’s continued growth in the engineering, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and analyze financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement • Assist in the development and maintenance of annual budgets and rolling forecasts, collaborating with department heads to align financial goals with operational plans • Conduct detailed cost analysis for engineering, construction, and manufacturing projects, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring project profitability • Build and maintain financial models to support capital investment decisions, project evaluations, and long-term strategic planning • Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to financial and operational performance, providing actionable insights to senior management • Perform variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts, providing explanations and recommendations to address discrepancies • Support pricing and bid analysis by evaluating target margins, cost structures, and risk assumptions. Analyze margin trends by project type, customer, and business line • Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to evaluate project financial performance, including cost overruns, revenue recognition, and profitability • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies. Assist in risk assessments and mitigation strategies • Conduct special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses as requested by senior management to support strategic initiatives • Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a positive work environment • Other duties as assigned #1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors • Customer Focus • Ownership for Performance • Shared Commitment • Openness #1ANDRITZway ALeaders Behaviors • Lead by Example • Lead the Business • Care for People • Guide the Team Job Specific Competencies • Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, etc.) and experience with financial software (e.g., Sage-Intacct, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems). Knowledge of Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with engineering, construction, or manufacturing cost structures, project accounting, and revenue recognition principles is highly desirable • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis Qualifications (Required) • Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred • Experience: 2-5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or related industries Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred) • Experience with job costing and project-based accounting in the construction or manufacturing sectors • Knowledge of IFRS and financial regulations specific to the industry • Proficiency in SQL or other data query languages for financial data extraction Compensation $80,000 – $100,000 annual base salary, plus bonus eligibility.