Financial Analyst - Research and Development

This position will be in our Research and Development Operation in Whitehall, MI. We are seeking a Financial Analyst with high energy and drive. Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• Analysis of financial and operational results within both project accounting and manufacturing accounting systems.
• Oversee accounting system usage, requirements, and administrative control.
• Month-end closing and reporting, including, invoicing, labor reporting, account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries with other internal locations.
• Ownership of inventory and update of standard costing.
• Capital appropriation and Fixed Asset support.
• Data extraction and report development.
• Financial analysis and process development for special projects, as required.
• Provide annual and quarterly corporate tax reporting.
• Support through Ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
• Completion of Howmet’s Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance from an accredited institution.
• Employees 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior financial experience with manufacturing companies is preferred.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• MBA a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Self-starter.
• Experience with querying databases.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Experience with cost accounting.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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