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Howmet Aerospace · 15 hours ago

Finance Specialist

Hampton, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Finance Specialist – Capital Projects who will manage and track capital expenditure projects from approval through closeout. This role involves coordinating with various teams to ensure projects are justified, approved, executed, and financially controlled while focusing on cost tracking and documentation.

AerospaceManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinate CAPEX projects from initial request through completion and financial close

Track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts

Monitor project timelines and communicate status updates to stakeholders

Support project managers and engineers with financial and administrative oversight

Maintain accurate CAPEX tracking logs and project documentation

Prepare monthly capital spend reports and variance explanations

Ensure proper capitalization of assets in accordance with company policy

Assist with project closeout, asset tagging, and documentation

Support preparation of capital requests, justifications, and approval packages

Ensure projects follow internal approval processes and financial controls

Maintain audit-ready documentation for all capital projects

Ensure compliance with Howmet Aerospace financial policies and procedures

Partner with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Procurement, and finance teams

Coordinate purchase orders, invoices, and vendor payments related to capital projects

Communicate financial impacts, risks, and changes to leadership

Identify opportunities to improve CAPEX tracking, reporting, and project controls

Support standardization of capital project processes and tools

Qualification

Capital project coordinationManufacturing financeProject management supportMicrosoft ExcelERP systemsCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem-solvingTeam-oriented mindset

Required

High School Diploma or GED required

1+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Capital project coordination, Manufacturing finance or cost tracking, Project management support, Maintenance, engineering, or operations support with financial responsibilities

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (tracking, reporting, basic analysis)

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items