Financial Analyst

Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employees located in 18 countries.

Located in Minneapolis, MN, Kurita America brings innovations to market through a holistic water management approach, incorporating state-of-the art equipment, chemistries, engineering, and services to conserve natural resources for a better, more sustainable world.

Kurita’s  corporate philosophy is to study the properties of water, master them and create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony

The Financial Analyst will support core FP&A activities while developing into a broader business partnering role over time.This position is designed for a high‑potential finance professional who will begin with hands‑on financial analysis and reporting, and progressively build a deep understanding of company‑wide strategy, business drivers, and global operations.

As the role evolves, the analyst is expected to move beyond reporting and forecasting to provide forward‑looking insights, collaborate with cross‑functional and international stakeholders, and support leadership decision‑making with clear, data‑driven perspectives.

Title: Financial Analyst

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN

Salary: $75000 to $85000

Travel: N/A

* Visa Sponsorship, including OPT and Relocation are not available for this position*

• Assist with developing accurate and timely financial forecasts for the Chemical Sales Division on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to gather input and validate assumptions that drive revenue, margin, and volume forecasts.
• Support the creation of annual budget and rolling forecast updates.
• Analyze historical trends and current financial situation to refine forecast models and identify risks or opportunities.

• Monitor actual performance versus forecast, identify drivers of variances, and clearly communicate insights to leadership.
• Build and maintain financial models to support pricing, product mix, margin improvement, and customer profitability analysis.
• Progressively move from variance reporting to identifying underlying business drivers and translating analysis into actionable insights for decision‑making.Deliver dashboards and management reporting that highlight KPIs, trends, and actionable insights.

• Process monthly, quarterly, and annual sales commissions for our Field Sales team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with compensation plans.
• Partner with HR and Sales leadership to validate commission inputs, resolve discrepancies, and improve commission reporting processes.
• Maintain documentation and controls related to commission calculations.

• Serve as a financial resource to business leaders by providing clear explanations, scenario modeling, and data‑driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to improve forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance data quality.

• Collaborate with finance partners in other regions to understand regional business drivers and support aligned planning and analysis.
• Gain exposure to global FP&A processes and international stakeholders as part of a global finance organization.
• Develop a holistic understanding of company strategy, organizational priorities, and long‑term value creation.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecast efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Assist in standardizing and automating reporting tools, including Power BI dashboards and Excel-based reports.
• Maintain strong documentation and ensure compliance with internal financial policies and controls.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-3 years of accounting, financial analysis, or related experience (chemical or manufacturing industry experience a plus).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with demonstrated ability to work with large datasets.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Power BI, ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information to non-finance partners.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Open-minded individual with desire to drive process changes and improvements across role/function.
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required.