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SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST

Howmet Aerospace

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Compensation
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Location
Whitehall, MI
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Howmet Aerospace is hiring a SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST. The Senior Financial Analyst at Howmet Aerospace’s Plant 3 in Whitehall will provide strategic financial insight by analyzing complex data, developing forecasts and budgets, and evaluating business performance while partnering with cross‑functional leaders and mentoring junior team members.

Key focus areas include Lead role with shop floor cost system, Analyze financial and operational results, and Track and reconcile AR issues monthly.

Preferred (not required): Detail Integrity, Accuracy, Confidentiality, and Compliance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Detail IntegrityAccuracyConfidentialityComplianceTechnical ExpertiseTimely Information and ReportingSustainable Financial PerformanceFinancial ReasoningExpediting Critical SpendingProactive Information ProvisionInformation SeekingTrustworthinessPattern RecognitionModelingIntuitionData-Informed InfluenceChallenging AssumptionsTime ManagementMultiple Priorities ManagementCreative Problem SolvingCreative ImprovementAutomationModel CreationSystem StreamliningShop Floor Cost SystemAnalysis of Financial ResultsAnalysis of Operational ResultsMonthly Tracking of AR IssuesReconciliation of AR IssuesMonth-End ClosingMonth-End ReportingAccount ReconciliationsCoordination of Closing EntriesDaily Reporting SystemsCapital AppropriationFixed Asset SupportAnalysis of Plant SpendingSpend Management SystemsData ExtractionReport DevelopmentProcess Development for Special ProjectsAnnual Corporate Tax ReportingQuarterly Corporate Tax ReportingAd-Hoc ReportingAd-Hoc AnalysisSarbanes-Oxley Requirements for Internal ControlsAdvanced ExcelCommunicationOral Communication

Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Business3 Years Financial Experience With Manufacturing CompaniesLegally Authorized to Work in the United StatesConcentration in Accounting or FinanceMBA

Full job description

This position will be in our Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operations. We are seeking a strong Financial Analyst with high energy and drive. This position will report to the Controller. The Senior Financial Analyst provides strategic financial insight by analyzing complex financial data, developing forecasts and budgets, and evaluating business performance. The role involves partnering with cross-functional leaders to support decision-making, identify risks and opportunities, and improve financial processes. The Senior Financial Analyst also mentors junior team members and ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.

Job Roles

  • Detail integrity--operates with accuracy; maintains confidentiality; ensures compliance

  • Analysis--demonstrates technical expertise; tracks changes based on recommendations provides timely information and reporting; practices with rigor

  • Business partner--influences sustainable financial performance; translates financial reasoning and timing into the language of business leaders to ensure alignment and understanding; expedites critical spending

  • Relationship and communication--proactively provides information; seeks information from others and disseminates accordingly; trustworthy; minimizes surprises

  • Pattern recognition--sees the larger picture within an area, plant or campus; provides relevant information based on modeling and intuition

  • Data-informed influence--gives guidance but not instruction; translates detail and specificity for use in broader application and decision-making; drives proof of concept; challenges assumptions where necessary

  • Organization and structure--manages time and multiple priorities well; contributes meaningfully on short notice; exercises creative problem solving within a system

  • Creative improvement--automates, creates models and systems to streamline work; approaches novel requests with a mindset to replicate or repeat where possible

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead role with shop floor cost system

  • Analysis of financial and operational results

  • Monthly tracking and reconciliation of AR issues

  • Month-end closing and reporting, including account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries with other APP locations

  • Ownership and execution of daily reporting systems

  • Capital appropriation and Fixed Asset support

  • Analysis of plant spending and leadership of spend management systems

  • Data extraction and report development

  • Financial analysis and process development for special projects, as required

  • Provide annual and quarterly corporate tax reporting

  • Support through Ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed

  • Completion of Alcoa's Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

  • B.S. Degree in Business from an accredited institution

  • Minimum of 3 years financial experience with manufacturing companies

  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Preferred concentration in Accounting or Finance

  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills

  • MBA a plus

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form

  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

  • Self-starter

  • Experience with querying databases

  • Excellent analytical skills

  • Experience with cost accounting

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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