A.W. Chesterton Company is an innovator in industrial solutions, focusing on providing value to their partners. They are seeking an entry-level Financial Operations Analyst to support finance leadership in preparing management reports, conducting financial analysis, and assisting with budget preparation.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the business to effectively provide business insight in order to create business value
- Prepares and distributes various monthly reports utilizing various computer programs
- Assist inventory management at corporate contract locations
- Reviews and conducts analysis as needed on significant budget variances
- Prepares periodic and adjusting General Ledger entries and reconciliations as required
- Creates new financial reports as requested by management
- Facilitate adherence to accounting policies and practices within the Operations & Service Value Streams
- Assist with the creation, processing and distribution of operating P&L’s
- Work with Service Center management to insure full understanding of monthly variances to budget
Skills
- Must have BS in Accounting/Finance
- Entry Level; 0-2 years' experience
- Strong computer skills, excellent knowledge of spreadsheet software, and comprehensive understanding of on-line accounting systems
- Ability to drive solutions, strong analytical and quantitative decision-making skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Excellent communication skills, ability to handle multiple projects, and confidence to work with business unit leaders
- Knowledge of financial/accounting principles and practices
- Willingness and ability to travel as required
- Prior internships/co-ops in a corporate environment is preferred
- Understanding of accounting for service business is preferred
- Experience in general accounting or manufacturing accounting is a plus
Benefits
- Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
- BCBS Medical Coverage
- Delta Dental
- 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
- PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
- Flexible work schedules, including fully remote and hybrid work options for many jobs
- Vision insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
- HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
- Parental leave for moms and dads to be
- Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
- A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!
Company Overview
- Chesterton is a manufacturer of industrial fluid sealing systems, protective coatings performance industrial lubricants and MRO chemicals. It was founded in 1884, and is headquartered in Groveland, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.chesterton.com.