The North America Operations Finance, Senior Financial Analyst will assist with the Refresco North America business unit reporting, budgeting/forecasting, financial support and training to internal customers, period end close/accounting & controls, and management of analysis of manufacturing activities. This position will also provide basic support in financial closing process (month-end journal entries, account reconciliation, etc.). The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with other functional departments and perform ad hoc analyses to drive plant efficiency and performance. This position reports to the Regional Controller.
Essential Functions:- Support operations excellence through in-depth analysis and reporting of daily/weekly/monthly plant performance and cost drivers. (ie labor)
- Assist in the preparation and support of routine month-end closing entries and account reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Partner with inventory control coordinators in investigating inventory discrepancies. Provide technical guidance and support to the inventory control coordinator in inventory transactions.
- Review waste, identifying key drivers and push forward for process improvements that will help in reporting and cost reduction.
- Assist with the development of the monthly, weekly, quarterly, forecasting process for North America manufacturing consolidation, reporting, and analysis.
- Responsible for tracking financial forecast accuracy and bias and identifying root causes issues for solutions, as well as driving improvements.
- Assist the Controller with the annual budget process for the North American manufacturing plants including plant level budgeting, regional/BU consolidation, and cause of change analysis.
- Work with Operations to ensure processes are followed and enhanced for purchase orders, spare part counts, P-card compliance and invoice resolution.
- Provide other ad hoc reporting, process optimization, development and other projects as required
- Develop and maintain financial SOPs and documentation.
- Work with Operations and Engineering business partners to assist with monthly capital activity reporting, capital budget and capital cash flow forecasting activities.
Skills and Competencies:- Advanced knowledge of Excel is a must. Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, and eager to learn other software applications.
- SAP/BI experience preferred.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with demonstrated critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to demonstrate continuous improvement in previous roles.
- High level of accountability. A self-starter with strong initiative and the ability to work independently. Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to multi-task, and work in an organized, detailed manner under limited time frames & tight deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability explain results, document processes, and convey ideas.
- Results oriented with a sense of urgency, able to work under deadline pressures.
- Ability to balance multiple tasks with changing priorities.
Education and Experience:- Undergraduate in Finance or Accounting required
- Two or more years financial business experience required
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Experience in forecasting and analysis
- Demonstrated data mining capabilities, and can develop analytical models, tools, and reports.
Working Conditions:- Physical Demands- Continuously sitting for prolonged periods, as the job is administrative in nature.
- Visual/Sensory - This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
- Work environment - Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
- Mental Stress - There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.
Travel Requirements:- Minimal travel requirements.
Other Duties:- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
