Cost Accountant/Financial Analyst - Polystyrene
The Financial Analyst - PolyStyrene joins AmSty as part of the Business Finance team. The Analyst will provide financial analysis and operational reporting for the polystyrene business, will participate in the forecasting and planning processes, including a deeper dive into key leading indicators driving performance, and will engage in various process improvements aiming for favorable, sustainable progress. In this role, the Financial Analyst will directly support the Business Finance Manager.
Primary Responsibilities
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- Analyze and communicate results for the operational sites supported
- Analyze asset development (i.e. product pricing and inventory levels at the sites) and identify performance opportunities
- Prepare monthly forecasts, estimates and annual budgets
- Assist with driving opportunities for value creation, cost optimization, and process improvements
- Perform financial processes related to costing, expense monitoring, monthly close and reporting requirements
- Provide support to internal and external auditors for the business unit and site(s)
- Actively engage with the commercial and operation teams
- Document and/or improve existing work processes for business continuity
- Perform ad-hoc management reporting and analysis
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics - MBA or CPA a plus
- Min. 5 years of work experience in financial analysis, accounting, or general business
- Strong business and financial acumen with advanced critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented and timeline driven with emphasis on accuracy and results
- Strong coordination, communication (oral and written), facilitation and interpersonal skills required
- Ablility to work comfortably across all levels of employees and management with confidence and initiative
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment
- Self-starter, active participant on teams, proactively reach out to team members to accomplish goals
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP; with knowledge of digital automation tools
Relocation is not available with this position.
Americas Styrenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status or marital status.
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