The Finance and Accounting organization is a mission and results driven team that operates with a strong sense of collaboration to support the business, while utilizing our technical expertise, as we manage processes to record, reconcile, and report all financial activity of the enterprise. We bring financial context into the picture when partnering with the lines of business, senior and executive management, and our board of directors.
The Opportunity
The West Point, VA Mill, is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to join the Mill’s Finance Team. This position provides business analysis for various financial and accounting activities in support of both the mill and corporate internal customers. The individual in this role must be comfortable in a manufacturing/process environment, exhibit effective communication skills, be a self-starter and able to work independently.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock
Perform monthly financial closing activities including journal entries and account reconciliations
Perform monthly cost and variance analysisSupport and review the accounts payable process Complete assigned mill and corporate financial reporting needsSupport the monthly balance sheet reconciliation processProvide support for monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processesSupport activities related to internal and external audit requirementsPerform ad hoc analysis, reporting and project support as neededWork in conjunction with Division and Corporate tax teams to identify and track cost improvement opportunities
What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with an Accounting concentrationFamiliar/comfortable in a manufacturing environmentExperienced with financial analysis and reconciliation processesA minimum of 3+ years of professional experienceStrong interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a team/collaborative environment.Must be proficient in Excel, Teams, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office productsGood organizational, problem solving and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple competing prioritiesExperience in JD Edwards and Hyperion a plus
What We Offer
A culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.