Plant Accounting & Finance Analyst

Position Purpose :

The Plant Accounting & Finance Analyst is a member of the FIBI NA finance team. This position is part of an enterprise-wide team that is accountable for balancing fiduciary responsibility and business partnering while actively promoting the creation of value within a strong framework of controls in the FIBI NA BOSC Accounting and Finance group. This experienced role focuses on plant operations accounting processes and controls for 1-2 plant sites and will be located at the Blair hub location. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of plant manufacturing processes in order to execute on activities including accounting processes and procedures, compliance and financial risk management; customer/client interaction and business partnership; continuous improvement, and analysis and reporting. This role will also be involved in monthly IBP (Integrated Business Planning) forecasting and the annual budget process for the applicable plant(s) responsible for.

Principal Accountabilities :

60% – Execute accounting processes including month end close entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, chemical reporting, and management reporting. Participate in cost discussions with plant operations teams. Involvement in preparation of the annual budget for the plant including headcount, plant costs, production, allocations, etc. Collaborate with peers to identify areas of improvement. Monitors and/or performs internal controls in assigned areas.

25% – Partner with local plant operations personnel and management and financial reporting accountants to provide accurate data, detailed analysis, and to help drive cost saving opportunities within the plant. Collaborates with more senior members of team to review results.

15% – Perform other projects, tasks and responsibilities as requested and assigned (DO initiatives, commitment preparation, CBS-Finance migration, IBP forecasts, etc.).

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

• • 2+ years of accounting experience

• • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, within multiple levels of the organization.

• • Strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel or other spreadsheet applications.

• • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities/projects effectively.

• • Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.

• • Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to internal controls.

• • Strong attention to detail.

• · Able to travel 10 – 15% depending on location responsible for.

Preferred Qualifications

• • Experience with accounting systems including SAP and/or JDE.

• • Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.

• • Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
Job
Finance/Accounting
Primary Location
US-NE-Blair
Schedule
Full-time
Job Type
Standard
Shift
Day Job