Job Description

Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporations Fluids segment.

Summary:

This role will partner with Bearings Plus General Manager to drive cost efficiencies and improve profitability. The Finance Analyst will work under supervision of the Sr Finance Manager and will assist with projects as assigned.

Responsibilities:

* Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule and reporting requirements. Ensure revenue and expenses are properly recorded in the financial statements.
* Preparation of annual budgets and monthly preparation of remaining year forecast estimates.
* Conduct various sales analyses on: customers, products, pricing and market, as well as financial forecast modeling to support a growing business.
* Perform manufacturing variance analysis to determine product line profitability and mix impact on profits. Investigate and report on root causes of variances.
* Ensure accurate and complete tracking of Productivity Improvements related to the Houston operations.
* Analyze the manufacturing operations including interpreting and communicating cost and expense variances to management. Analyze variable costs and make appropriate budget / forecast adjustments. Assist in the maintenance of cost data and preparation of reports.
* Responsible for monthly accounting close, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations and results load into parent company consolidation software (Khalix).
* Prepare departmental expense analysis report for Plant management and Controller review. Research and investigate variances as needed.
* Evaluate plant capital appropriation requests; assist in the preparation of financial models and business case justifications.
* Works closely with Supply Chain to balance optimal inventory levels against operating costs and efficiencies.
* Participate with local management on inventory management, scrap control and quality meetings and analysis.
* Develop and review Overhead Rates. Perform capacity analysis.
* Prepare and report Corporate tax provision, deferred tax calculations and annual tax package.
* Ascertain plant assets are properly accounted for and safeguarded from loss including participating in annual physical inventory and fixed asset inventory.
* Identify and implement process improvements within back office functions. Participate in Lean efforts within the department and broader organization.
* Establish and maintain good internal controls. Maintain accounting records and process in compliance with Dover Corporation internal control requirements. Periodically audit and test controls as assigned. Comply with Sarbanes Oxley procedures and supply data timely for audit.

Qualifications:

* Bachelors Degree in Accounting
* Minimum of 3 years experience in related industry/field

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Intermediate to advance Excel skills
* Proficient in remaining Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, etc)
* Ability to work with a high degree of confidentiality
* High attention to detail & accuracy
* Must be knowledgeable with Generally Accepted Accounting Principals
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:
General office environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.