Financial Analyst

Blaine, MN
Full Time
Entry Level
Engineered Solutions (Crown) is the world leader in oil seed extraction technology, refining plants, and equipment serving global customers from its locations in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Our passion to deliver superior quality, superior-value processing systems and technologies made us a preferred partner to the agricultural industry and beyond.

This is a Hybrid role located in Blaine, MN. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. 

This Position:
The Financial Analyst will be a strategic and analytical business partner who adds value by driving thoughtful, timely and accurate financial and data insights. This person will be responsible for supporting project margin management, cost variance analysis and reporting through relevant financial statements. This collaborative and self-motivated individual will have opportunities to contribute to decision-making processes through reporting and analysis. This role will be based out of the Blaine, MN office, but flexible/remote work arrangements may be considered. As this individual takes on more responsibility, they will have the opportunity to be involved in process improvement projects, Engineered Solutions strategic growth in forecasting and budgeting and monthly operating reports to CPM leaders. 
 
The Person We’re Excited to Add to Our Team:
  • Understand the month end deliverables routine yet desire to be challenged
  • Skilled at thinking strategically and can quickly spot and execute on improvement opportunities
  • Strong relationship builder with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • A collaborative, thoughtful, curious, and self-motivated individual who is driven to contribute to decision-making processes and strategic growth through data, reporting, and analytics.
  • Ability to organize and drive execution while flexible to shift with continuously evolving priorities
  • Strong cultural fit who brings a high level of ethical, professional and personal values to the role every day

The Skills That Will Help You Succeed:
  • An aptitude for managing detailed data and analyses into concise, thoughtful executive summaries  
  • A high level of curiosity and ability to thoughtfully and respectfully question assumptions
  • Knowledge of project financial management concepts and Percentage of Completion revenue recognition

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support accurate and timely tracking and reporting of the financial for significant projects
  • Actively identify ways to eliminate non-value added work and leverages automation whenever possible
  • Variance analysis for project cost and expenses
  • Work a hybrid schedule. Three days in the office, two remote. 

Qualifications and Skills
  • 1-3 years of experience in finance related field 
  • Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is most preferred but not required.
  • Experience supporting and communicating with business partners with concise summary of financial results and project progress and variances
  • Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills including v-lookups, pivots, sumifs, and complex formula
  • Experience supporting all financial statements
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities
  • Self-motivated, curious, proactive individual who constantly seeks improvement opportunities
  • Demonstrated ability to work across functions and with all levels of management
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to a variety of audiences
 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with advanced financial planning tools such as Oracle or Adaptive Planning, and global ERP’s
  • Strong aptitude for working with large data sets, and excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Comfortable taking on early-stage ad hoc analyses and driving them through review and completion
What We Offer:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Generous paid time off, including vacation days, and holidays.
Flexible work options, including remote and/or hybrid schedules, depending on the role.
Professional development opportunities, such as tuition reimbursement and certification programs.
Wellness benefits, including gym membership discounts and mental health support; wellness programs.
Employee appreciation events

Base Salary - $ 65,000 – 75,000k USD Annually.  

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CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.

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