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Financial Analyst

Company:
Polar Tank
Location:
Holdingford, MN, 56340
Posted:
May 08, 2026
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Description:

MUST BE US CITIZEN OR PERMANENT GREEN CARD HOLDER, LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

POSITION SUMMARY: The Financial Analyst supports financial planning, reporting, and analysis across North American manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with Plant Controllers, operations leaders, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong cost controls, and provide insights that drive business performance. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for Plant Controllers

Ensure accuracy and integrity of manufacturing variance accounts during month-end close

Analyze bill of materials (BOM) and work orders; track and explain cost variances

Support labor reporting and workforce cost analysis across multiple plants

Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives within manufacturing sites

Assist with inventory management, including excess and obsolete analysis, reserve calculations, and disposition planning

Partner with Purchasing and Sourcing teams to review Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements related to manufacturing operations

Record and validate inventory transactions across North American facilities

Develop and analyze labor and overhead rates (bi-annually or as needed)

Monitor and explain monthly trends, spending patterns, and operational variances by plant

Support quoting and product costing activities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and cost transparency

Perform additional duties as assigned by Plant Controllers Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

2+ years of experience in accounting or finance; manufacturing experience strongly preferred

Working knowledge of ERP systems and accounting software

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills across Microsoft Office Suite

CPA or progress toward certification is a plus

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Willingness to travel occasionally to manufacturing sites What Success Looks Like

Delivers accurate, timely financial reporting that supports decision-making

Identifies cost drivers and provides actionable insights to operations teams

Builds strong partnerships with Plant Controllers and manufacturing leadership

Contributes to process improvements and increased financial transparency

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