As a Financial Analyst for Qemetica Silica you will provide key accounting and finance support to the Silica business by working closely with the Business Unit Directors and the Plant Finance Manager across three manufacturing locations. You will prepare and analyze relevant financial information, including financial trends, working capital, and ad hoc reports and analyses, in addition to developing Business Strategy Reviews, Long Range Financial Plans, and reporting and analyzing monthly and quarterly performance. You will report to the Silica Finance Director. Candidates based in Houston may be eligible for a remote work arrangement, as an alternative to the onsite model.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, 3+9, and 6+6 forecasts, explain financial deviations and business performance and provide insight during the monthly Controller’s Meeting.
- Engage with the plant manufacturing teams in Lake Charles, Barberton and Delfzijl to learn the business, understand key performance drivers and develop accurate manufacturing forecasts
- Liaise with business leadership to provide finance support and analysis, participate in meetings and support key projects.
- Lead development of financials for the annual long range plan (LRP) annual business strategy review (BSR).
- Take initiative to lead special projects and ad hoc analyses such as prepare/review authorizations of capital transactions (ACTs), balance sheet, working capital and manufacturing performance, etc.
- Calculate and monitor transfer pricing and perform annual transfer price margin analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, or similar filed is required with at least 4 years of accounting or finance experience.
- Accounting experience within manufacturing is strongly preferred
- High proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel is required.
- Strong communication skills with professionalism to work with top leadership
Benefits: medical/dental/vision/life insurance, family leave, 401K, PTO, and more! #LI-Onsite
The annual base compensation for the position is $80,000-$95,000 USD.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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