Financial Analyst (2026)
- Job Description:
Financial Analyst
INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the bookends of our success. Our employees work with a passion to never settle and always improve, enabling us to push the status quo and change the lives of our users.
We are seeking a self-motivated, intellectually curious finance professional. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparing day-to-day financial and business-related analysis in a fast paced and dynamic organization supporting business functions. The Analyst will partner with Business Partners and provide insight to achieving performance goals based on strong analysis and reporting.
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
You'll execute EXTREME OWNERSHIP through these duties and responsibilities:
Partner with business leaders to analyze monthly activity, build monthly forecasts, and communicate results to the financial leadership team.
Work with cross functional departments to investigate and determine root cause of monthly financial variances.
Deliver timely and accurate month-end close tasks including journal entries and managing accruals.
Easily adapt to the changing needs of internal customers and create meaningful ad hoc "what-if" financial analysis. Provide an objective opinion as well as develop recommendations for improvements.
Identify knowledge gaps and develop tools, processes, and models to provide meaningful information to internal customers.
Develop peer relationships with other financial analysts to drive consistency in reporting, analysis, and operational procedures and rhythm.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous process improvement. Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities and streamline processes.
Demonstrate ability to manage multiple processes and prioritize appropriately.
Assist in preparation of rolling 18-month forecast.
Lead Operational projects supporting Business Unit strategic planning including capacity analysis, make/buy decisions, capital planning and material/labor/Overhead cost scenarios.
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance related field
Strong attention to detail
Excellent analytical skills
Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening)
Proficient in Microsoft applications, with advanced Excel knowledge
Self-motivated
Ability to work well on diverse, cross-functional teams
Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Our Perks and Benefits:
Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
Generous 401 (K) savings plan
Education assistance
On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
And many more, check out our benefits site HERE