Sr. Financial Analyst

at  Robert Half

Patricia Wesson with Robert Half is seeking an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team in the vibrant city of Portland, Oregon. In this role, you will concentrate on operational finance activities including financial planning, policy-making, accounting practices, and reporting. You will also carry out cost accounting, financial forecasting, analysis, and due diligence activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Implement and monitor procedures for cost control to enhance operational efficiency.
• Conduct comprehensive cost reporting, including direct materials, labor, and overhead, to identify cost trends and budget variances.
• Guide and train entry level accounting staff on principles and practices of cost accounting.
• Collaborate with operational teams to develop detailed cost budgets and forecasts.
• Lead and develop new processes to match the transition to JDE ERP.
• Participate in the month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring accurate cost accounting records and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze manufacturing equipment utilization and pinpoint areas for improvement.
• Provide financial analysis and support for strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to understand cost drivers and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of raw material inventory, work in progress, and finished goods inventory, including physical inventory counts.

Please contact Patricia Wesson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013155736

• Proficiency in business systems
• Experience with Confluence
• Proficient in CRM applications
• Familiarity with Crystal Reports
• Knowledge of data mining techniques
• Ability to use About Time software
• Understands accounting functions
• Proficiency in auditing
• Familiarity with budget processes
• Understanding of capital management
• Experience in cost analysis
• Ability to handle job cost
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting
• Proficiency in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
• Ability to manage month end close
• Experience in year end closings
• Ability to perform variance analysis
• Proficient in budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with WIP - Work In Progress

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