
Financial Analyst I – Operations
ZEISS Group
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Chesterfield • California • Montana • United States
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Salary
💰 $65,600 - $82,000 per year
About the role
- Lead Financial Reporting & Business Partnering
- Prepare and present monthly financial statements, forecasts, and operations reports to Top Management.
- Conduct cost and variance analyses and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Ensure financial accuracy through journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with ZEISS reporting standards.
- Drive automation to simplify processes and streamline reporting with central Operations Finance and local partners.
- Partner with Operations to implement cost‑avoidance and productivity measures.
- Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process across all Operations departments.
- Support KPI dashboards, scorecards, and data‑driven performance discussions.
- Leverage analytics tools to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and stock efficiency.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to improve inventory utilization.
- Share insights and global best practices across our manufacturing network.
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend data‑driven improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA/CPA/CFA is a plus.
- 2 years of finance experience (preferably FP&A) within healthcare, diagnostics, or manufacturing.
- Affinity for production processes and shop‑floor realities.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and MS Office; SAP is a plus.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills — including translating complex data into clear messages.
- Knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP; experience with tax filings or fixed assets is beneficial.
- A proactive, curious mindset with a drive to simplify processes and support operational improvement.
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 401k Matching
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Vacation and sick pay
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
financial reportingcost analysisvariance analysisbudgetingforecastingmodelingdata analysisinventory managementcompliancefinancial accuracy
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailcommunication skillscollaborationproactive mindsetcuriosityactionable recommendationsdata-driven improvementsinsight sharing
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationMBACPACFA