Financial Analyst

EJ has an immediate opening for a Financial Analyst. 

Generous Benefit Package that includes: 

Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program

About EJ:  We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

The Financial Analyst supports accurate reporting and informed business decisions by analyzing manufacturing costs, maintaining standard costs, reviewing variances, and monitoring inventory valuations. The role also improves financial processes and compliance through technology, artificial intelligence, and data analysis. Responsibilities include analyzing, designing, implementing, supporting, and documenting financial and operational information systems, as well as system configuration, testing, quality control, user training, troubleshooting, and reporting.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• →Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
• →Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, data analysis, filtering, and reporting.
• →Demonstrated ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends, investigate variances, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• →Working knowledge of financial analysis, cost accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• →Experience working within ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting platforms. Experience with M3, Domo, Prophix, or similar systems is preferred.
• →Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify root causes, troubleshoot data discrepancies, and develop solutions.
• →Strong attention to detail.

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or related field required. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, data analytics, or a related analytical role.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel may be required.

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