Corporate Finance Analyst - Santa Clara, United States - AESC US LLC

Description

Job Description

AESC is looking to add a Corporate Finance Analyst to our team in Santa Clara.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

As a Corporate Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting financial decision-making and strategic planning within the organization. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. The Corporate Finance Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing insights that contribute to informed business decisions.

What You Will Do

1. Financial and Cost Analysis

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess the company's performance including variance analysis, trend analysis, scenario modeling.
• Evaluate financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to identify key financial metrics and trends.
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of costs associated with the organization's operations, products, and services.
• Identify cost drivers and analyze cost structures to provide insights into cost trends and variances.

2. Cost Accounting and Inventory Management

• Oversee cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate allocation of costs to products and production lines and standardize costing globally.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize inventory turnover and minimize carrying costs.
• Partner with Quality team to establish warranty rate, closely manage warranty cost and reserve liability, analyze trends.

3. Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist in the development and monitoring of annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather relevant information and ensure alignment with overall corporate goals.

4. Financial Reporting

• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements in financial reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related degree. MBA and/ or CPA is a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in corporate/ manufacturing finance, financial analysis, or a related field
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to convey complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong software and system acumen (ERP experience preferred, SAP experience a plus)

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.