Financial Analyst

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Chromalloy San Diego (CSD) is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This is a junior-level role well-suited for someone early in their finance or accounting career who is eager to learn manufacturing finance in a hands-on environment. Reporting to the CSD Finance Manager, the analyst will help bridge Operations, IT, and Finance by supporting cost tracking, inventory reconciliation, and reporting processes - with a strong emphasis on job costing and labor utilization. The right candidate is curious, organized, and excited to grow their skills while contributing to meaningful process improvements.

• Assist in maintaining cost accounting records, including job costing, WIP tracking, labor utilization, and manufacturing margin reporting.
• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliation of manufacturing and inventory accounts.
• Help prepare reports on manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and cost drivers for Finance management review.
• Investigate discrepancies between standard and actual costs under the guidance of the Finance Manager.

• Assist with inventory cost tracking, period-end reconciliation, and valuation review.
• Help ensure inventory records in the ERP system are accurate and up to date.
• Support cycle count programs and coordinate with operations on adjustments and corrections.
• Partner with the ERP team to validate inventory and job cost reports and flag data quality issues.

• Serve as a day-to-day liaison between Operations, IT, and Finance - helping translate operational activity into financial data.
• Work closely with the ERP team to support accurate reporting for inventory and job costs.
• Assist production and operations teams with cost visibility requests and ad hoc data pulls.
• Support the Finance Manager and site leadership with ad hoc analysis and special projects.

• Help maintain and update standard cost and labor reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Identify manual or repetitive tasks that could be simplified or automated; support implementation of approved improvements.
• Assist in documenting processes and best practices for cost accounting and inventory management.
• Explore AI tools and ERP features to help reduce manual work and improve reporting efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or expected graduation within 6 months).
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or operations finance; internship experience counts.
• Basic understanding of cost accounting concepts (job costing, WIP, inventory valuation).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to dig into data to find and fix discrepancies.
• Good communication skills and comfort working across teams with non-Finance colleagues.
• Organized and self-motivated - able to manage tasks and meet deadlines with moderate supervision.

• Exposure to ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, Epicor, or similar) through coursework, internship, or prior role.
• Interest in manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial finance.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SmartView, or other reporting tools.
• Any exposure to AI tools or process automation concepts is a plus.

• Hands-on experience with manufacturing cost accounting in a real aerospace MRO environment.
• Exposure to ERP systems, financial close processes, and cross-functional finance operations.
• Mentorship from the CSD Finance Manager with a clear path to increased responsibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to automation and AI-driven process improvement initiatives from day one.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

If this position requires access to export-controlled technology and technical data, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations and or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, any offer of employment is contingent upon Chromalloy's determination, in its sole discretion, if any additional authorization for the employee to access such technology is required and obtainable in a manner that meets its immediate business needs prior to beginning work.

Chromalloy participates 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.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/