What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Danfoss?
Job Description
The location of this position is Searcy, AR. The Financial Analyst reports directly to the Plant Controller. This role is responsible for providing timely, accurate, and relevant financial information and analysis to key business stakeholders.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to, the following.
- Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close.
- Prepare monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual Budget.
- Assist with Capital Appropriation Requests and monitor monthly spending.
- Support the Plant Controller to deliver results and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Prepare ad-hoc cost analysis.
- Assist with annual standard cost roll activities.
- Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of annual Physical Inventory.
- Deliver value-added analysis by investigating the root cause of P&L variances.
- Travel is not necessary.
Background & Skills
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills.
Required (Basic) Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in Accounting and/or Finance
Preferred Qualifications
- Finance experience in a manufacturing environment with Cost Accounting is a plus.
- Foundational knowledge of forecasting, analyzing, and reporting financial data.
- CPA or CMA certification.
Job Criteria
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel.
- Strong collaboration ability with the team and other functions.
- Ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload, adapt quickly to change, and deliver under the pressure of deadlines.
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
