Financial Analyst

Apply Description OVERVIEW Cadrex is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Corporate Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional who has strong analytical and technical skills and is looking to build broad experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A). This role will support financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and business analysis across Cadrex. The ideal candidate is highly proficient in Excel, comfortable working with large and complex data sets, has a solid foundation in financial modeling and analysis, and can communicate findings clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Prior manufacturing experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is curious, analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn the business. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop knowledge of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, operational analysis, and Cadrex's financial systems on the job. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and management presentations. Assist with the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasting, weekly flash reporting, and month-end analysis. Develop and maintain Excel-based financial models and analytical tools used to evaluate business performance, profitability, costs, and operational trends. Perform budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual variance analysis and help identify and communicate key business drivers. Consolidate and analyze financial and operational data across multiple business units and locations. Monitor key financial and operational performance indicators and identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Develop an understanding of manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, overhead, inventory, and production variances. Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reporting for Finance leadership and senior management. Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting activities as needed. Identify opportunities to improve financial models, reporting processes, and analytical tools to increase efficiency and accuracy. Maintain data integrity and ensure financial analyses are accurate, timely, and consistent. Requirements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, business analytics, or a related field preferred. Relevant internship or other analytical experience may also be considered. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and an ability to build and work with financial models. Experience with PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and other common analytical functions is preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to work through complex data and identify meaningful insights. Basic understanding of financial statements and key financial concepts. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information clearly. Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn new systems, financial concepts, and areas of the business. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related quantitative field. LOCATION Remote SCHEDULE M-F TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES Health/dental/vision coverage Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance Generous paid time off and holiday pay Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify) 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4% Education support program Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement Referral bonuses Bonus plan for all full-time employees CADREX’S CORE VALUES Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing ABOUT US CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Salary Description $70,000-$84,000 yearly