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archived Sep 12, 2026About MISUMI Americas MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas. Financial Analyst — FP&A Misumi USA | Finance / FP&A | Full-Time PLEASE NOTE: The person in this role will work from our office in Schaumburg, IL, two days per week onsite. Are you a detail-driven finance professional who enjoys turning numbers into clear business insights? In tandem with Misumi USA, you will collaborate with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to drive the strategic planning, reporting, and analysis that informs critical business decisions. This role offers high visibility across the organization, including regular engagement with senior leadership and our parent organization in Japan. It is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional who wants to build a strong foundation in corporate finance, FP&A, reporting, controls, and strategic business partnership.
What You’ll Do
As a Financial Analyst, you will play a key role in helping the business understand financial performance, improve reporting processes, and support better decision-making across the organization.
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Your responsibilities will include:
Directing the financial tracking, process validation, and documentation for technology development capitalization, including Tech Capex, while monitoring capitalizable metrics and analyzing downstream impacts on operating expenses, or OPEX Acting as the primary internal contact to handle, prioritize, and process detailed financial reporting sheets, operational performance metrics, and ad-hoc analysis inquiries coming from Japan Headquarters, also referred to as JHQ / Misumi Headquarters Building and maintaining financial models, projections, and forecasts that support strategic decision-making Leading monthly and quarterly financial analysis, including variance analysis against budget and forecast Supporting the month-end close process, including reconciliations and review of financial results Partnering with functional teams, including Sales, Operations, and Marketing, to provide financial guidance and identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, and margin improvement Analyzing key business drivers and translating them into clear, actionable insights for leadership Maintaining accurate, organized financial records and contributing to continuous improvement of reporting processes Designing and leading internal compliance protocols, financial control frameworks, and audit readiness activities across the Finance function to maintain rigid alignment with public company governance guidelines Conducting ad-hoc research and special projects as needed Maintaining and contributing to the Quality Management System, or QMS, as expected of all employees
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone analytical, organized, highly accountable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and communication matter. Desired Traits, Skills, and Experience
Strong candidates will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field 1–3 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a similar analytical role Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, complex formulas, and pivot tables Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with sharp attention to detail Clear communication skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for non-financial audiences High organizational skills and comfort juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment A hands-on attitude and willingness to jump in wherever the team needs help Required and Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Experience, Competencies, Education, and Certifications