Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. In this role, you will partner closely with plant and finance leadership to evaluate operating performance, support core accounting activities, and provide insights that strengthen business decisions. This position is well suited for someone who can balance day-to-day financial responsibilities with deeper analytical work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Controller to review financial results, identify performance trends, and deliver analysis that supports operational and management decision-making.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, profitability reviews, capital spending evaluations, incentive calculations, and other projects tied to facility performance.
• Prepare journal entries, assist with month-end closing activities, and help maintain accurate financial records across daily plant operations.
• Complete recurring financial reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis while ensuring deadlines and accuracy standards are consistently met.
• Research financial data within company systems, perform detailed analysis, and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Support the improvement of accounting workflows by refining procedures, strengthening documentation, and increasing process efficiency.
• Help uphold internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures across assigned areas of responsibility.
• Examine financial transactions, determine appropriate accounting treatment, and escalate or resolve issues when needed.
• Review production time entered in the payroll system, reconcile hours for accuracy, and help ensure payroll-related data is properly balanced.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a combination of both.
• Background supporting financial operations within a manufacturing setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in corrugated, packaging, printing, or a closely related industrial environment is a plus.
• Working knowledge of financial analysis, variance review, financial modeling, and ad hoc reporting.
• Understanding of internal controls, business finance principles, and standard accounting practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization and influence decision-making through clear analysis.