Sr Analyst – Supply Chain Accounting

SUMMARY OF POSITION : (Mission)

• The position performs a full range of accounting, financial analysis and reporting services to ensure accurate Cost of Manufacturing (COM- standard and actual costs), Cost of Sales (COS), Distribution Expense and/or LIFO/Inventory Accounting for a business sector.
• Ensure proper management control and oversight of COM accounting services performed by outsource provider.
• Provide process enhancements guidance and expertise to the outsourced service provider resulting in improvements to the overall cost to serve.
• The Analyst must be analytical, self-motivated, and should be able to identify opportunities for common practices to increase process efficiencies and solutions that help drive standardization, allowing differences only where they create unique value.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction; primary customers include the Corporate Controller’s office, business analysis, plant finance leaders, internal and external audit, and the tax department.
• Ensure Supply Chain Accounting is operating in compliance with corporate financial instructions and GAAP.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Complete proactive and accurate internal and external cost analysis for clients by focusing on the key drivers of cost results. Act as liaison between Kimberly-Clark, Business Support Accounting, North American Program Office, Business Support Delivery and the Service Provider by providing transaction support, handling inquires, resolving issues and communicating policies, procedures and guidelines. Participate in the development of cost accounting “Unifying Practices” to drive continual process improvements and increase efficiency. Collaborating with various teams as necessary to implement major initiatives that result from external influences and from internal sources, such as business and process improvement projects. Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of journal entries including those that may be complex in nature. Review account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and timeliness and coordinate identification, investigation and resolution of discrepancies. Demonstrate a commitment to quality performance and teamwork through personal example by adopting a customer-based philosophy in the level of service provided. Reviews and approves sector management reporting of month-end operating results and variances with clear, concise insightful comments that aid the client’s understanding of results and trends. Reviews and approves the reconciliation and explanation of changes to standard cost for use by mill management and staff analysts. Perform ongoing accounting and / or reporting activities as assigned. These activities may include business unit and staff reporting and / or supporting the forecast / budget process. Lead and/or participate in special projects as assigned or through individual initiative that meet the needs of customers and to enhance efficiencies and streamline department processes and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education required/ preferred:

The job holder will have a university professional qualification in Accounting or Finance.

Experience:

1 to 3 years of related business experience, preferably with a portion of that set in a multinational context. (Cost Accounting and/or Audit experience a plus)

Critical

Skills/Qualifications:

• Collaboration, with a focus on cross cultural effectiveness
• Innovation, with a focus on implementing game changing process improvements
• Proven ability to inspire teammates and command respect.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles
• General knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Experience in a major ERP system, preferably SAP R3 a plus
• Orientation to strict deadlines

Important

Skills/Competencies:

• Decisiveness
• Ability to work in a matrix organization driving collaboration across businesses and functions
• Strong communication skills

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE :

Cost of Sales: $5 Billion

Distribution Expense: $700 Million

Direct employees: 0

Number of countries within Region: 3

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office conditions/ % travel etc

The incumbent will be based in the Knoxville Office with recurring travel across North America to meet clients and occasional international travel to meet with outsourced services provider.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people – nearly a quarter of the world’s population – trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene, and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No.1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. With more than 140 years of history of innovation, we believe in recruiting the best people and empowering them do their best work. If fresh thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.
Kimberly-Clark is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position .
K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. Global VISA and Relocation Specifications: This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. K-C will not provide relocation support for this role outside of country, this role is available for in-country relocation only.
Primary Location Knoxville Office
Additional Locations
Worker Type Employee
Worker Sub-Type Regular
Time Type Full time