Financial Operations Analyst

ZT Systems is a technology infrastructure company seeking a Financial Operations Analyst to support tariff analysis, trade compliance, financial reporting, and operational data accuracy. The role focuses on reconciling customs and financial data, preparing compliance documentation, supporting duty recovery and tariff mitigation, and improving reporting processes across multiple business functions.

What you'll do:

• Review, validate, and modify tariff tool raw data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with trade requirements
• Analyze, validate, prepare, and submit Post Summary Corrections (PSC) and Customs Protests to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations
• Conduct reconciliations among ACE data (US customs website), Accounts Payable (AP) data, PSC filings, and tariff management tools to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Investigate data variances and compliance exceptions, implementing corrective actions as necessary
• Prepare reports, analyses, and supporting documentation for customs audits, compliance reviews, and management reporting
• Collaborate with Customs Brokers, Logistics, Finance, Procurement, and Operations teams to ensure accurate trade compliance data and reporting
• Support duty recovery, tariff mitigation, and customs compliance initiatives through data analysis and process improvements
• Provide support for ad hoc trade compliance requests, regulatory inquiries, management reporting, and special projects
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's or above in Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field required
• Advanced PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Independent problem solver with ability to decode large quantities of complex data into easy-to-understand findings, observations, and action items
• Detail oriented and committed to deadlines
• Excellent communication, written, and presentation skills
• Familiar with financial and data analysis principles, including tariff analysis, AP (Account Payable) reconciliation, trade compliance tracking, and key financial metrics, to generate insights and optimize business outcomes
• Ability to identify opportunities for performance and procedure improvement across the organization
• Highly analytical with the ability to handle complex problems and build models
• Extensive experience in financial analysis and data visualization
• Proven analytical background
• Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce
• 1+ years of relevant experience in the finance or data analysis field preferred

Benefits:

• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs
• Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about