Junior Analyst

Overview

• Contribute to financial analysis and reporting as a Junior Analyst on a contract basis.
• Support cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting and variance analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Engage in month-end reconciliation and invoice review to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze margins and cost trends effectively.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions and ERP systems for data modeling and reporting tasks.
• Enhance your analytical skills while working remotely in a dynamic environment.
• Gain valuable experience in finance operations and cost accounting processes.
• Work closely with experienced professionals to develop actionable insights from financial data.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare monthly and quarterly COGS reports, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor material, labor, freight, and overhead costs to identify key trends and drivers.
• Analyze product-level and customer-level margins to support pricing and cost management decisions.
• Review and approve invoices, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines.
• Reconcile invoices and resolve discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
• Participate in month-end responsibilities, including reconciliation of vendor expenses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to interpret finance data and communicate insights effectively.
• Utilize ERP systems and BI tools to enhance financial reporting and analysis capabilities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Cost Accounting, or Finance Operations.
• Proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, X-Lookups, and formulas.
• Experience with ERP systems and BI tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Capability to interpret finance data and communicate insights to non-finance stakeholders.
• Remote work opportunity offering flexibility and professional growth.