Kaiser Aluminum · 2 weeks ago
Senior Financial Analyst
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expKaiser Aluminum is seeking a business-minded Senior Financial Analyst who combines strong financial modeling skills and a strategic understanding of manufacturing operations to join our team in Spokane Washington. This role goes beyond ensuring financial accuracy and compliance – it is about using financial insights to influence business decisions, enhance performance, and drive profitability.
AerospaceAutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Sean Hussey
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing and presenting the monthly financial forecast. Speak to the business conditions driving variances to forecast
Hold monthly budget reviews with production managers to analyze cost variances and establish counter measures
Coordinates and performs month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Consolidate the month-end financials, bridging variances to forecast
Partner to develop new reporting tools that enhance visibility into cost drivers
Responsible for inventory costing, the review and maintenance of standard costs, and the analysis of absorption to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective cost management
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to not only ensure compliance but also identify opportunities for process improvements, cost control and strengthened financial controls to support business objectives
Identify and implement process improvements within the finance & accounting group
Mentor and coach staff and foster a business-oriented mindset within the finance & accounting team
Ensure compliance with all internal controls, policies and applicable safety, quality, and environmental regulations and standards
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business management or related business field is required for this position
Three to five (3-5) years progressive accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
Comfortable working with large datasets using tools like Power Query/BI, and Alteryx; working knowledge of SQL/relational databases is a plus
Basic understanding of the three main financial statements and how they connect to one another
Solid understanding of GAAP, SOX and cost accounting principles
Ability to perform variance analysis and turn numbers into a story
Proven ability to connect financial data with operational performance and business strategy
Be dependable and available to accommodate monthly and quarterly accounting close cycles
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable presenting to Senior Leadership
Preferred
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, M.S. in Accounting, MBA, or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential are a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance (including spouse and children) with modest payroll deductions
10 paid holidays per year
3 weeks of vacation
Supplemental leave (used with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)
401(k) with company match
Quarterly bonus structure
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Kaiser Aluminum
Kaiser Aluminum is a leading producer of fabricated aluminum products for aerospace/high strength, general engineering, automotive.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.07B2025-10-27Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $575M
2006-07-07IPO
Leadership Team
Keith Harvey
President and CEO
H
Hugh Barger
Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Recent News
Business Wire
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