Accounting Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)

"An Equal Opportunity Employer”  It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

Come Grow with us!   We are seeking a Financial Analyst at our facility in Portland, TN. As a key member of the Finance team for the Division, the Financial Analyst will report to the Controller for the Division and assume an operational and strategic role in reporting accuracy. The Financial Analyst will have primary day-to-day responsibility to ensure that Financial Reporting is accurate, Customer Pricing is updated timely, and Accounts Receivable is managed to company objectives. The Financial Analyst will also ensure that reconciliations are timely, and the Balance Sheet reflects the appropriate position.

Your success is our success… Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers.

What you get in return… The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist Controller with preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations, weekly and monthly reports
• Sales Summary Reporting and Accounting
• Accounts Receivable/Credit and Collections
• Product Costing
• Monitor Periodic Reporting to support accuracy in Financial Reporting
• Verification of Changes in Price and Cost
• Support annual external audit process
• Monthly preparation of sales tax return data
• Clearing paid vendor checks in Accounts Payable system

Personal/Technical Skills:

• General understanding and working knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures
• Ability to work with and support the Plant Controller in completion of their day-to-day activities
• Effective people skills
• Strong attention to detail
• General business knowledge
• Able to work in a multicultural work environment
• Active listener with effective communication skills.
• Strong organization, analytical, and planning skills.
• Effective problem identification and resolution skills.
• Strong math skills and above average analysis capability.
• Ability to function both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to create reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Thorough understanding of company product and manufacturing processes.
• Strong customer service orientation with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.
• Listen well, ask relevant questions, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
• Must be self-motivated, goal oriented, quality-driven, and capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to create and give effective presentations to all levels of the organization.
• Must demonstrate commitment, innovation, perseverance, professionalism, self-discipline, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work effectively within time constraints and deadlines, and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate and work well with all departments and at all levels inside and outside of the organization.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline
• Preference will be given to individuals with a recognized Accounting Designation (CPA, CGA, CMA)

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years accounting experience in a similar role in an automotive or manufacturing environment
• Experience in Accounts Receivable and Customer Credit Collections

Language Skills:

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace.

Computer/Software

• Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Internet, etc.).
• Systems implementation experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge and “Hands On” experience with ERP Systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently walk; reach with hands and arms; and talk, see, and hear.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to frequently lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and infrequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

North American Stamping Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

North American Stamping Group is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.