Financial Analyst, Temporary

Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation. Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward.

As a temporary key member of the Littelfuse Finance team, you will play a critical role in driving financial performance and operational excellence. Partnering closely with Finance, Operations, Sales & Marketing, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership, you will ensure rigorous account analysis and controls across the organization.

Reporting directly to the NA SBU Controller, your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the evaluation of capital investments, cost accounting, and inventory management to optimize financial outcomes
• Developing actionable reporting and insights for cross-functional business leaders to enhance performance and decision-making
• Collaborating with business partners to collect and analyze financial data, compare actuals to budgets and forecasts, and investigate variances
• Maintaining strong internal controls in alignment with SOX compliance stan
dards.

About your Job:

• Develop weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reports, focusing on financial performance analytics. 20%

• Actively participate in the annual budget and quarterly forecast review process, aggregate and analyze information submitted

• by budget owners 20%

• Participate in standard cost process review and evaluating standards. 20%

• Understand key performance indicators and its drivers, advise Operations on their performance, proactively highlight areas of improvement, and assist management in decision making. 10%

• Review financial results against budgets, goals and historical performance, provide variance analysis and commentary 10%

• Drive financial results by supporting consolidation, month end processes, coordinate ledger entries, examine and certify
  account balances. 10%

• Support the operation team with proper Inventory management accounting and reporting. 10%

• Other duties as assigned.

About you:

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in financial reporting, analysis and strategic planning.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance processes.

• Proven background in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, budget development, variance analysis and performance evaluation.

• Prior exposure to the manufacturing sector, semiconductor industry is a strong advantage.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with data-driven mindset.

• Effective interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work cross-functionally and communicate financial insights to non-finance partners.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, experience with ORACLE ERP and SAP ERP systems is preferred.

• International experience and familiarity with a global business operation is a plus.

• Strong command of business English, both written and verbal.

Accountability/ Scope:

• May include sales volume and budgetary responsibilities.

• Direct accountability to NA SBU Controller.

• Supports monthly spending and forecast reviews; analyze manufacturing variances and spending trends; identify cost reduction

• opportunities; assess product line profitability; and assist in annual budget development, including standard cost preparation.

• Ensures effective internal control environments that support the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial reporting, in alignment with

• compliance standards and organizational policies.

• Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including consolidation of forecasts and budgets, preparation of financial statements, and

• support for investor reporting requirements.

• Analyze financial procedures and reporting practices; recommend improvements to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and transparency of

• data analysis and reporting.

• Evaluate and certify general ledger entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal guidelines.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and annual contribution

• Paid time off and 11 holidays

• $900 Lifestyle Spending Account

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $20,000)

• Lean Six Sigma certification and career development opportunities

• Life, disability, and voluntary insurance options

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Salary Range:

The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.