Associate Financial Analyst

Overview

Sharp Manufacturing Company of America is seeking a proactive and analytical Associate Financial Analyst to join our team in Memphis, TN. The ideal candidate enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and identifying opportunities that support business growth and operational excellence. The role supports financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, business performance analysis, and accounts payable activities while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive informed business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, and vendor inquiries.
• Conduct month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.
• Monitor purchase orders, goods receipts, and aging items to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain data integrity within financial systems and reporting tools.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business performance analysis.
• Conduct inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing finance activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation, standardization, and reporting enhancements.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, management presentations, and ad hoc analyses.
• Analyze financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results.
• Partner with accounting, procurement, operations, and supply chain teams to support business objectives and maintain strong internal controls.
• Participate in special projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting, finance, FP&A, accounts payable, or related analytical role preferred.
• Experience with accounting processes, financial reporting, budgeting, or forecasting. processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling. Experience with Power BI or other data visualization preferred.
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP.
• Manufacturing, supply chain, or operational finance experience preferred.

About Sharp Manufacturing Company of America 

SMCA is the U.S. manufacturing facility for SHCA, the U.S. Consumer Products Group of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. sales subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer and manufacturer of one-of-a-kind premium technology products, who was recently honored as one of Fortune’s Most Admired Companies for 2024. SHCA includes the manufacturing of premium home appliances in Memphis, TN, together with the sales & marketing, and servicing of home electronics based in Montvale, NJ. Leading products include Sharp Carousel®, Microwave Drawer™ Ovens, SuperSteam+™ ovens, and Plasmacluster® Ion air purifiers. 

Employee Perks

• Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plan (medical, dental, vision).
• 401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.
• Employee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support. 
• Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)
• Training and professional development.
• Vacation and paid holidays.
• Dynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.

The listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.

Compensation Statement

$35,568—$59,452 USD

Sharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer - minority - female - disability - veteran.

As part of our recruitment process, Sharp Electronics may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in the recruiting process. These tools are used to support, and not replace, human decision-making.  We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices, and all hiring decisions are made or reviewed by qualified personnel.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered.  Local candidates only, please.