AUTOKINITON · 2 days ago
Financial and Business Analyst
Lebanon, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAUTOKINITON is seeking an experienced Financial and Business Analyst for our Lebanon, TN plant. This role involves providing critical financial insights and business intelligence to drive strategic decision-making, supporting the plant's financial health and operational efficiency.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Analyze complex financial data and develop comprehensive reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and revenue growth
Responsible for budget preparation, variance analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling
Work closely with plant operations and corporate finance to ensure alignment between financial objectives and operational realities
Translate financial concepts into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
Develop and maintain financial models for product costing, capital expenditure analysis, and profitability tracking
Assist with monthly financial reviews, prepare variance explanations, and provide recommendations to address performance gaps
Support continuous improvement initiatives by quantifying potential benefits and tracking realized savings
Qualification
Required
Advanced proficiency in financial analysis and modeling
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices
Experience with ERP systems and financial software
Excellent Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas
Ability to develop and interpret financial statements and KPIs
Strong data visualization and presentation skills
Knowledge of manufacturing accounting and costing methodologies
Experience with budget preparation and variance analysis
Proficiency in forecasting and financial planning
Strong communication skills with ability to translate financial concepts to non-financial audiences
Project management capabilities
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Knowledge of automotive industry financial metrics and benchmarks
Experience with capital expenditure analysis and justification
5-7 years of financial analysis experience, preferably in manufacturing
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
Prior experience with cost reduction initiatives and process improvement
Demonstrated success in implementing financial controls and reporting systems
Experience collaborating with operations teams in a manufacturing environment
Track record of providing actionable financial insights to drive business decisions
Experience with standard costing systems and variance analysis
Background in supporting continuous improvement initiatives with financial analysis
Familiarity with automotive industry cost structures and financial challenges
Preferred
Experience in automotive manufacturing or tier 1 supplier environment preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company contribution match
Up to 15 paid holidays annually
Tuition reimbursement programs
On-the-job training
Learning management systems
Advancement opportunities from within our organization
Company
AUTOKINITON
At AUTOKINITON, we’re more than just an automotive supplier — we’re the backbone of vehicle performance and safety.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
George Thanopoulos
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Kehoe
Chief Financial Officer
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