Senior Business Analyst

Join us as we look to the future! We are currently accepting applications for a Senior Business Analyst to join our Finance and Accounting team at our Renton location.

SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to Excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.

Benefits

• Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
• Dental, Vision, Prescription
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
• 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year

Position

This role will be critical in ensuring data accuracy, delivering actionable insights, and optimizing business processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of cost accounting principles, experience in ERP systems, and the ability to drive process improvement.

Essential Functions

• Ensure financial reporting accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintain cost standards and general ledger controls.
• Support month-end close and variance analysis activities related to inventory and product cost.
• Conduct routine reviews of ERP cost workflows, process gaps, and risk assessments.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and cost controls.
• Support ERP enhancements and serve as a liaison between accounting, IT/ERP teams, and cross-functional leaders.
• Provide training and maintain documentation on finance processes and best practices.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Support ad-hoc and data requests.

Tasks

• Financial Planning & Analysis - prepares and communicates business analysis (i.e., revenue, expense budgeting, forecasting, daily and weekly operational reporting, monthly department results, variance analysis, rates and pricing analysis).
• Data Analysis - Excel power user (advanced lookup and if statement), automation in modeling experience required.
• Previous experience with ERP software required.
• Communicate effectively and can build and present findings to Senior Management.
• Develops, recommends, and implements ideas and projects that will result in improved efficiency, productivity, quality and operational savings.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work with large amounts of data from disparate sources and ensure accuracy and integrity of financial and operating numbers.
• Advanced analytical acumen with aptitude to take a deep dive into data, perform automation and modeling, and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to partner with Operational Teams and IT to create customized reporting, dashboards, and system-driven processes that improve data quality related to operational metrics.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, and Cost Accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Aerospace and/or Manufacturing industry.
• Advanced presentation skills with the ability to present data based on the needs of the audience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to lead improvement projects.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a detail-oriented and proactive approach to identifying areas for enhancement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Team player with a proactive, positive attitude and strong sense of self-motivation, accountability, and responsibility.
• Experience with data visualization, and reporting tools.
• Epicor ERP experience (strongly preferred).
• CPA and/or MBA.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Finance or Cost Accounting, with at least 2 years in manufacturing accounting, including cost accounting.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing operational and program costs, investigating variances, and providing insights for decision-making.
• Proven track record of working cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Executive teams.
• Experience in process improvement and automation of financial reporting.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• CPA and/or MBA are a nice-to-have but not required.
• Training or certifications in Epicor ERP, Epicor FP&A, or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.

Computer Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data visualization).
• Experience with Epicor ERP and Epicor FP&A preferred.
• Experience in other ERP systems with financial and operational data integration is acceptable.
• Experience with Data Visualization and Reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a plus but not required.

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift.
• Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled.
• Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous equipment.
• Exposure to contaminants.
• Shared workspaces with other employees.
• Requires handing objects of up to 50lbs.
• Lifting pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift and overtime).

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee's position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Full Face Shield
• Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
• Protective Apron
• Respirator
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need accommodation.

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. *120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.