Financial Analyst

SRG4 Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting, and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets. SRG4 utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the federal contracting industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements.

Financial Analyst

Salary: Up to $85k/yr.
Location: Jacksonville, AR
Industry: Manufacturing/Firearms
Employment Type: Permanent Placement

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting
• 2+ years of previous work experience in a Financial Analyst capacity or like position.
• Production, manufacturing, or operations-focused environment experience required.
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is desired.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint) preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Solid experience in interpreting and analyzing complex datasets that help frame thoughts and outcomes for senior members of the team.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and production metrics.
• Attention to detail and accuracy. Analyze data to identify potential trends, inconsistencies, and outliers; help resolve issues and support decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze production costs, including labor, materials, overhead, and variances against standard costs.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs related to production performance.
• Conduct variance analysis (price, usage, volume, and efficiency) and provide clear explanations to management.
• Support the development of annual operating budgets and periodic forecasts for production departments.
• Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Assist in long-range planning and capacity analysis.
• Identify cost drivers and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvements.
• Partner with Production and Operations teams to improve cost visibility and financial discipline.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing financial impact assessments.
• Maintain and validate production-related financial data in ERP and reporting systems.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support production planning, make/buy decisions, and capital investments.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Accounting teams on financial issues.
• Support month-end close activities related to production accounting and inventory.
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations for production-related financial data.

SRG4 Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting, and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets. SRG4 utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the federal contracting industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

SRG4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. Individuals with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.

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