Financial Analyst – Financial Close and Reporting

Job Description

Financial Analyst | Allison Transmission

The Tone:
Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward for over a century, contributing to the building of cities, driving commerce, and fueling progress globally. This is a full-time role dedicated to financial analysis within a company that values its employees as the driving force behind its success, from its founding in 1915 to its thousands of global team members today. Working across both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, the team continuously strives to improve how the world works. This Financial Analyst role is essential for ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the strategic financial planning that enables Allison Transmission to continue powering progress and driving careers forward.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Mission: Ensure financial accuracy through detailed analysis and reporting, supporting management and strategic planning processes.
• Tech Stack: MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Close and Reporting: Perform monthly and quarterly financial close procedures and reporting tasks to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Financial Records Management: Prepare month-end journal entries and reconcile accounts, resolving any discrepancies to maintain data integrity and completeness.
• Data Analysis and Variance Investigation: Analyze financial data for accuracy and completeness, then review financial results and investigate variances against forecasts.
• Management Reporting: Generate and interpret detailed financial reports, providing insights essential for informed management decisions.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, strategic plan, and rolling forecast.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level Bachelor of Science in Business with an accounting or finance major, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in Finance or Accounting.
• Skills: Analytical aptitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.