Howmet Looking for FINANCIAL ANALYST – Research and Development at Whitehall, MI  Full Time

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit . Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

This position will be in our Research and Development Operation. We are seeking a strong Financial Analyst with high energy and drive. Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• Analysis of financial and operational results within both project accounting and manufacturing accounting systems
• Oversee accounting system usage, requirements, and administrative control.
• Month-end closing and reporting, including, invoicing, labor reporting, account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries with other internal locations.
• Ownership of inventory and update of standard costing.
• Capital appropriation and Fixed Asset support.
• 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 Howmet’s Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email

Basic Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Business from an accredited institution.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 2 years financial experience with manufacturing companies.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with Deltek, Costpoint project management software and Oracle.
• 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.