Flex

Financial Analyst

Flex Milpitas, California, United States · $96K–$132K/yr

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

Oct 08
financial-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Financial Analyst is responsible for preparing financial reports, supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. They will also perform variance analysis, monitor key KPIs, and reconcile balance sheet accounts to support business unit needs.

What they look for

Financial reporting Month-end close Quarter-end close U.S. GAAP Profit and loss analysis Variance analysis Forecasting Inventory analysis Balance sheet reconciliation Microsoft Excel Cost saving Profitability improvement Financial metrics Audit support

Requirements

The role requires a degree in commerce or accounting and 5-6 years of related experience. Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CA are preferred, along with expertise in Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

Medical plan Dental plan Vision plan Life insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability Matching 401(k) contributions Vacation Paid sick time Tuition reimbursement

Full description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst will be based in Milpitas, California, reporting to the Sr. Controller of Finance.

In charge of preparing and researching financial reports in hold up of business needs in order to ensure charges and headcount are passed to the correct business units and to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

What a typical day looks like :

  • Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, ensuring financial results are accurate and recorded in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
  • Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) accounts to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined corporate accounting Policy, Process and Procedures.
  • Perform variance analysis of actual results versus Quote/forecast, and prior periods, and provide clear explanations to management
  • Develop detailed commentary to changes in forecasts and to deviations from targeted financial metrics.
  • Liaise between financial departments and regional and local finance managers in developing internal working partnerships.
  • Assist in quarterly reviews and year-end audit activities.
  • Perform inventory analysis, including inventory aging, excess and obsolete (E&O) reserves
  • Key KPIs Typically Owned/Monitored - Revenue, VAM (Value added Margin), Manufacturing Variances, Cash Flow, PPV (Purchase Price Variance)
  • Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities and profitability improvement strategies
  • Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly deal in the books of accounts.

The experience we're looking to add to the Team:

  • Typically requires a B. Com / B.C. S / M. Com / MBA /BBA/ BBM, any other commerce and Accounts Stream degrees.
  • Typically requires 5-6 years of related experience.
  • Related professional certification preferred - Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified General Accountant (CGA), or a America Production Inventory Control Society (APICS).
  • Expertise in Microsoft and Excel

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

$95,600.00 USD - $131,500.00 USD Annual

Job Category

Finance

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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