What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst - Operations position at nLIGHT?
About the Position
nLIGHT is a publicly traded high tech manufacturing company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We design, develop, and manufacture high power fiber lasers for use in both commercial and defense markets. Our dual-use products are developed internally, include a large degree of vertical integration, and are manufactured at multiple sites, including at our headquarters in Camas, WA.
About the Role
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to primarily focus on optimizing manufacturing, including providing regular support to the COO and partnering with all levels within the operations organization. A successful candidate will also work on various projects supporting corporate initiatives, allowing for broad exposure to all areas of the business, direct access to the CFO and the executive team, and significant opportunity for career growth.
As a high visibility member of a collaborate and driven finance organization, this position will require someone with high personal and professional values, strong leadership skills, and a desire to learn and grow with the company.
Responsibilities- Business Partnering – Become a subject matter expert on costs to manufacture and partnering with manufacturing management, finance counterparts, and others to advise and help optimize results
- Forecasting – Working with operations management, update forecasts for production, manufacturing overhead, and related capital/working capital requirements. This includes documenting assumptions, providing variance analysis, and identifying opportunities and risks for managerial review
- Budget Management – Analyze spending and manufacturing variances to provide actionable information for budget management. Provide recommendations to improve profitability and performance, including modeling scenarios to support business decisions
- Financial Reporting - Prepare and review reporting packages for accuracy and to provide additional insight to help teams run their operations more effectively. This could include recasting results so that information is reported in a like way for comparability
- Reporting Development – Create dashboards and other automated reporting to provide visibility to leaders and decision makers
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an accounting or finance organization
- Understanding of US GAAP principles and financial statements
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel
- Experience working with ERP systems and large data sets
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US Citizen or legal Permanent Resident)
- Experience in high-tech, semiconductor, or other manufacturing company
- Experience working with data visualization tools
- Experience researching factors impacting the cost to manufacture within ERP system
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary, level based on experience, education, and skills:
- Financial Analyst I: $65,500 - $78,000
- Financial Analyst II: $76,000 - $85,000
Other Compensation and Benefits:
- Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each year up to 4 weeks
- 9 paid holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month following start date
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits including Prescription and Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $37.00 per pay period
- Flexible Spending and Health Spending Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US Citizen or legal Permanent Resident).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or Hr@nlight.net.
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