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Principal Financial Analyst

ZF North America

Marshall, IL · Posted October 27, 2026

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  • Audit
  • Forecasting
  • Budgeting
  • SAP
  • IFRS

About the job

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Job Description

General Summary:

The Principal Financial Analyst manages the cost accounting and financial reporting functions at the plant level. This individual provides full administrative support to the Plant Controller and Director of Operations and/or staff managers.

The expected base compensation for this role is $98,000.00 - $128,000.00 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What you can look forward to as a Principal Financial Analyst:

Responsible for review of general ledger accounting, Forecasting A/R, A/P, Inventory-Cash Flow, Financial Statement preparation, budgeting and forecasting for the Marshall operation.

ZP8 Financial Reporting Transmission (ZF System)

SAP P&L accounting.

Financial statement preparation.

Budgeting and forecasting.

Create budget for finance department.

Develop and review department budgets with department and staff managers & load into SAP.

Assist in creation of Operating Plan (OP) and Strat-Plan (SP).

Keep up to date on company standard practice instruction (SPI) changes.

Approval access for SAP and other systems.

Maintain Standard Costs for Raw Material and Sub-Assy/FG roll up daily.

Year End Standard Cost Roll-up.

Create month-end reports.

Maintain Internal Control System and report out on compliance to Division Finance.

Quarterly/Year End E&Y Audit support.

Report on the Financial Variances of:

Cost Accounting

Manufacturing Variances

Financial reporting

Responsible for the Month End Close function.

Support the annual physical inventory.

Provide support as the payroll backup.

Comply with and support the health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures.

IFRS Accounting under ZF

All employees are expected to adhere to and promote ZF’s commitment to quality, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and zero defects in all aspects of their role.

Your profile as Principal Financial Analyst:

BS/BA concentration in accounting; MBA or CPA preferred.

8 plus years of accounting experience preferred in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment which includes financial analysis.

Previous experience developing and delivering financial presentations.

SAP FI-CO and Query experience a must.

ZP8 experience a plus. (SAP to external reporting system)

What we Offer:

A supportive collaborative team environment

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

A strong diversity culture

Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Principal Financial Analyst and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran