Financial Reporting Analyst - OEM at Carlex Glass America

Position Summary

The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting Carlex’s financial planning and analysis activities. This position is responsible for consolidating financial data, analyzing performance metrics, and driving profitability improvements across the organization. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with a strong foundation in finance and a desire to contribute to strategic decision-making.

Essential Job Functions

• Consolidate monthly volume and revenue actuals from all manufacturing facilities
• Analyze monthly performance of Carlex’s top 10 customers, comparing actuals to budgeted figures
• Upload financial data regularly into Carlex’s forecasting system
• Conduct frequent part-level profitability analysis, identifying key performance drivers
• Maintain part profitability files and databases with updated pricing and manufacturing cost metrics
• Collaborate with OEM Sales and plant teams to enhance profitability of existing parts
• Support quoting of new business opportunities to drive future profitability
• Track back-ordered parts for the Automotive Glass Solutions side of the business
• Contribute to Board of Directors Presentations and strategic planning updates
• Drive continuous process improvement through:
• Automation and error-proofing of existing files and processes
• Modernization of legacy consolidation and reporting operations
• Identification and reporting of key financial metrics

Requirements

• Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Experience
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting
• Relevant internships and coursework may be considered
• Additional Requirements
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to analysis by going beyond data tracking to identify key business drivers and deliver actionable insights and solutions
• Regular and predictable in-person attendance
• General understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as needed to meet project deadlines

Key Competencies

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and proactively
• Creative and timely problem-solving capabilities
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
• Commitment to Carlex’s core values: Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust