# Operations Financial Analyst

**Location:** New York, NY (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office)
**Travel:** Up to 20% may be required
**Department:** Finance
**Employment Type:** Full-time, Salaried (Exempt)
**Compensation:** $75,000 – $100,000 base salary, plus annual discretionary bonus eligibility

## About the Role
We are seeking an Operations Financial Analyst to become a part of our Finance team. This early-career position offers a unique blend of the structured environment of a public company and the dynamic pace of a start-up. The analyst will play a crucial role in financial planning, operational analytics, and business partnering while contributing to reporting mechanisms that support our public company parent. The role involves close collaboration with Finance and Operations leadership to convert data into actionable insights, facilitating more informed decision-making.

The environment values adaptability, curiosity, and a proactive approach, utilizing tools such as AI to enhance analysis, reporting, and decision support processes. This position is ideal for individuals looking to develop a robust financial foundation while gaining significant exposure to senior leadership.

## Key Responsibilities
– **Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)**
– Assist with annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning processes.
– Conduct monthly variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) with detailed commentary on key drivers.
– Create and maintain financial models to assess revenue, cost, and margin trends.
– Support month-end close activities and management reporting packages.

– **Operational Metrics Tracking**
– Develop and manage KPI dashboards that reflect operational performance (e.g., throughput, cost per unit, utilization).
– Collaborate with the Operations team to define and improve metrics linking operations to financial outcomes.
– Identify trends and opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.
– Ensure data accuracy across all reporting sources.

– **Ad-Hoc Analysis & Projects**
– Provide timely, structured analysis in response to requests from Finance, Operations, and senior leadership.
– Support business cases involving pricing, capital investments, and process improvements.
– Contribute to enhancing reporting tools and workflows, leveraging AI for automation.

## Required Skills
– Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
– 0-2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or analytical roles (internships considered).
– Strong Excel proficiency, including lookups, pivot tables, and financial modeling; comfortable with large datasets.
– Solid understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
– Attention to detail with effective communication skills for non-finance audiences.
– Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
– A start-up mindset: adaptability, a proactive attitude, and eagerness to learn new tools.

## Preferred Skills
– Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).
– Knowledge of operational, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
– Familiarity with metal recycling or e-waste industries.
– Spanish language proficiency.
– Interest in AI and data platforms like Claude and Palantir.

## Benefits
– Competitive base salary of $75,000 – $100,000, plus eligibility for an annual bonus.
– Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of premiums covered by the employer.
– 401(k) plan with company matching.
– Generous paid time off and company holidays.
– Opportunity for direct exposure to senior leadership early in your career.
– Hands-on experience with advanced AI finance tools in a public company setting.

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## Why You Might Be Interested
This role presents a compelling opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to gain practical experience in finance and analytics. The blend of public company stability and start-up dynamism offers a unique environment for professional growth, while hands-on exposure to AI technologies provides a modern and innovative approach to financial management.