Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Financial Analyst 1. A driven and detail oriented Financial Analyst to support our Controller with cash flow management, reporting, and data analysis. This role is ideal for someone with a solid analytical foundation (about 2–3 years of experience) who’s ready to take the next step in their career without jumping into a mid-level position just yet.
About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.
Job Accountabilities:
- Monitor and analyze daily/weekly/monthly cash flow and support short-term cash forecasting
- Pull and compile financial and operational reports from ERP and BI systems
- Assist with monthly close, including reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis
- Build and maintain dashboards for KPIs and cash metrics
- Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with data prep and analytical insights
- Analyze datasets to identify trends, risks, and operational opportunities
- Work cross functionally to gather data and support finance initiatives
- Recommend improvements to reporting processes and tools
- Complete ad hoc financial analysis for the Controller and leadership team
- Any other duties assigned, and further responsibilities as directed.
Experience and skills required:
• Degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2–3 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance
• Strong Excel/Sheets skills, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and building structured analyses
• Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or Global Shop Solutions
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks independently while still collaborating effectively
Benefits: At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.
AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance
- Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and structured analyses
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or Global Shop Solutions
- Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and communication skills
- Ability to manage tasks independently while collaborating effectively
Applied Composites Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and options like FSA/HSA, with disability coverage and an EAP also available. Wellness programs further contribute to overall health support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a vacation plan, wellness days, and 10 paid holidays each year. PTO accrual increases with tenure, expanding available leave over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is offered. This provides structured support for long‑term savings.
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What We Do
Applied Composites is a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering, and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space systems markets. Vertically integrated with six strategic locations, we have widespread capabilities to serve expanding industry needs in many high-growth aerospace and defense platforms. Specializing in complex composite assemblies for the aerospace industry, Applied Composites has a long history of providing customer satisfaction by focusing on continuous improvement processes that help reduce time and cost. Our aerospace composite manufacturing capabilities are among the best in the industry.
