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McGard lists this Finance Analyst opportunity in orchard park, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
McGard LLC
nFinance Analyst
n1st Shift, Monday – Friday
nSalaried, $70,000 - $80,000 DOE
n100% On-site, Orchard Park, NY
nAre you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Finance Analyst to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.
nABOUT MCGARD:
nMcGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.
nBENEFITS:
nnnComprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
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nnDiscretionary, annual profit sharing.
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nnExciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
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nnFlexible working schedule including flex time.
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nnOn-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
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nnA supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.
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n nRESPONSIBILITY:
nSupport the FP&A Manager and broader accounting team through accurate financial analysis, manufacturing cost support, variance analysis, and reporting. This role partners closely with Operations, Accounting, and Manufacturing to ensure financial data integrity, drive cost visibility, and provide actionable insights that improve business performance.
nJOB DUTIES:
nnnSupport standard cost development for materials, labor, and overhead, ensuring assumptions reflect BOM accuracy, routing structures, cycle times, scrap, and setup.
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nnAnalyze manufacturing variances—PPV, material usage, labor efficiency, overhead absorption, mix/volume—and provide clear root‑cause explanations and action‑oriented recommendations.
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nnMaintain costing files, system updates, and documentation to support inventory valuation and cost accuracy.
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nnSupport product and customer profitability analyses.
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nnPartners with Operations and Engineering to quantify financial impact of continuous improvement, value‑added initiatives, and make‑vs‑buy decisions.
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nnPrepares and distributes weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial and operational reports.
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nnSupports KPI development and updates, including manufacturing metrics tied to production, cost, efficiency, and margins.
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nnEnsure KPI methodologies are consistent with FP&A and Accounting standards.
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nnAssist with budget and forecast cycles by gathering data, validating assumptions, updating models, and preparing reporting packages.
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nnHelps translate production plans, business drivers, and operational trends into forward‑looking financial insights.
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nnSupports ongoing improvements in forecasting accuracy, tools, and methodologies.
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nnParticipates in ERP or reporting system enhancements.
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nnPerforms other duties as assigned to support finance operations.
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nnProvide backup coverage for General Accountant.
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nnThis job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Other duties may be assigned.
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n nEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
nnnAbility to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
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nnBachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
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nnMust have 1–3 years of experience in finance, cost accounting, or operations analysis; manufacturing preferred
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nnStrong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic modeling)
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nnUnderstanding of manufacturing cost structures (material, labor, overhead) preferred
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nnHigh attention to detail and strong analytical skills
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n nIf you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.
n" We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
Worksite address
orchard park, NY, 14127, US
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