Financial Analyst

Company: Northland Aluminum Products, Inc. (Nordic Ware)
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Job Description:

Commitment and Career Growth * Comprehensive Benefits * Work-Life Balance * Community
At Nordic Ware we have a passion for creating innovative, high quality, American-made kitchenware. We benefit from a collaborative, connected, value-driven culture. For 75+ years our products have enhanced food preparation and brought people together at tables around the world. Our employees take pride in the products we make, and many choose a lifetime career here. Come join us!
If you are interested in applying your accounting and financial knowledge in various functions of the business, then the Financial Analyst role at Nordic Ware might be perfect for you! In this role you will get the chance to work with a talented team of professionals from nearly every department. As a Financial Analyst, you will support our financial operations, analyzing data, uncovering insights, and aiding in strategic decisions that shape our company's future.
What you will get to do:

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• Accounts Payable
  
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  • Assist in invoice and payment processing.
    
  • Manage Employee Expense Report process.
    
    
    
  • General Accounting
    
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    • Assist General Accounting in month end close process including the preparation and posting journal entries.
      
    • Calculate, prepare and file state sales taxes.
      
    • Manage and reconcile fixed assets record.
      
    • Participate in financial statements audits.
      
      
      
    • Accounts Receivable
      
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      • Track customer payments and chargebacks.
        
      • Develop/improve methods to track customer payments and chargebacks.
        
        
        
      • Finance
        
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        • Organize data into accessible reports.
          
        • Analyze financial data and provide recommendations.
          
          
          
        • Others
          
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          • Participate in accounting / finance / operations analysis and suggest opportunities for improvement.
            
          • Participant in digital initiatives and/or projects to support Finance and Operations.
            
          • Perform other related duties as assigned.
            
            
            
            What you'll bring to the role:
            
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            • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
              
            • Minimum of 3 or 6 months of professional experience in Accounting or Finance through internships required. One year of experience preferred.
              
            • Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
              
            • Strong work ethic; well-organized and self-motivated
              
            • Strong analytical skills
              
            • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
              
            • Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) intermediate proficiency preferred.
              
            • Experience with Epicor or similar ERP system (SAP, Oracle, etc.) preferred.
              
            • Thorough understanding of methods of systems analysis and the principles, design, and procedural methods used in big data analysis
              
            • Manufacturing experience is preferred not required.
              
              About Us:
              Nordic Ware is a leading manufacturer of high quality and innovative kitchenware products. By designing products of superior value, producing them in the United States whenever possible, and marketing them worldwide, we enrich people's lives by adding utility, convenience and enjoyment to the preparation of food.
              We strive to offer attentive service that exceeds our customers' expectations, to produce environmentally sound products, and to provide a safe and rewarding work experience for our employees.
              We recognize that a growing return on our efforts and investments is essential to maintain our leadership position. We are committed to ethical conduct in all matters and to earning the trust and confidence of our customers, suppliers, employees and of our community.
              Nordic Ware is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Keywords: Northland Aluminum Products, Inc. (Nordic Ware), Minneapolis , Financial Analyst, Accounting, Auditing , Minneapolis, Minnesota