AD Senior Financial Analyst - Hybrid

Company Overview

AMSTED Industries is a diversified global manufacturer of industrial components serving primarily the railroad, vehicular and construction and building markets.

Combining leading-edge manufacturing processes with a history of continuous innovation, we’re proud to be leaders in each of the market segments we serve.

Operating under the Amsted Industries umbrella since 1962, today we’re meeting the growing needs of a global market with 75 facilities in 13 countries across 6 continents.

Amsted is employee owned, which allows our employees to share in the success of the company and provides employees with significant retirement savings.

 

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Corporate Accounting team at our Chicago, Illinois office.

This position is part of the Corporate Controllership organization and reports to the Accounting Senior Manager.

This position plays a key role in the accounting close process, post-close management reporting, including the statement of cash flows, and quarterly external reporting.

The role also entails working with the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis on the quarterly forecasts and ad hoc reporting as well as analyses for senior management.

This position is a multi-faceted hands-on role, with extensive opportunities to help build strong financial processes for the organization.

 

Responsibilities:


* Perform month-end accounting processes, including journal entries, financial statement analysis reviews, coordination with business unit finance teams, internal reporting, and account reconciliations, among others.


* Support the preparation of various reporting requirements, including Board of Directors materials and presentations, quarterly/annual reports, statement of cash flows, and ad hoc requests.


* Assist in preparing and compiling the reports related to the Company's annual financial planning and budgeting process.


* Actively seek opportunities to automate processes and enhance workflows, contributing to improved efficiency and productivity within the organization. 

 

 Qualifications:


* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance


* 4-5 years of relevant work experience


* CPA or working towards CPA designation is preferred.


* Excellent technological aptitude and proficiency with MS Excel


* Experience with SAP and/or consolidation software is preferred, but not required.


* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills in a professional work environment


* A sense of urgency to meet deadlines.


* Strong communication skills, both oral and written


* A strong work ethic and the highest level of integrity


* Ability to prepare timely and accurate reports with excellent attention to detail.


* Ability to adapt to change and navigate through ambiguity in a constantly evolving environment.


* Strong problem-solving skills


* Good business acumen – interaction with eac...