Why work for us?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim US offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture. Are you ready to build progress with us?

Overview

About the role:

This position requires utilization of a broad range of skills to develop, interpret, problem solve and implement complex financial concepts supported by an ever developing business acumen and passion for finding solutions to business problems and opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a desire to develop their grasp of accounting principles, an inquisitive and analytical mindset, effective oral and written communication style and exceptional Excel modeling skills. They will use these skills to analyze and concisely articulate business results and translate financial concepts into business models. The individual selected for this will be self-driven to accurately complete assigned tasks on tight deadlines, deal with uncertainties and prioritize and manage multiple deliverables.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Commit to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Assist in all Financial Planning activities with respect to forecast, budget and long-term plans.
• Analyze financial data to identify potential risks/opportunities and present findings along with proposed actions to their direct manager and senior management for review to help enable insights-driven decision-making.
• Provide qualitative and quantitative economic assessments on key company initiatives and projects.
• Assist in the development of risk maps and functional plans.
• Analyze financial scenarios to provide detailed insight into business drivers and potential value creation opportunities by gathering and interpreting the necessary data from functional experts and systems (SAP, SAP FC) and data warehouses (BW Hana).
• Represent finance on cross-functional/regional projects and initiatives.
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting and reporting requirements.
• Assist in the analysis of monthly earnings and free cash flow to identify corresponding drivers.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly reports and analyses to the US Cement executive committee (ExCo).
• Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS

• Financial Analyst reports to the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, and works closely with the US Cement Head of Finance. The incumbent will work with senior leaders and their teams for the functional areas to which they are assigned.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Field of Study Preferred: Business, with emphasis in accounting, finance and/or economics

Required Work Experience: 2-5 years of hands-on accounting experience (debits and credits) and intimate familiarity with the mechanics of the income statement, balance sheet (statement of financial position) and statement of cash flows. Knowledgeable and comfortable with the finance and accounting cycle related to the month-end close, including all analysis and reporting.

Required Computer and Software Skills: Proficient using advanced commands in Microsoft Excel, SAP ECC/FC including intimate knowledge of data dimensionality, Google Office and report writer packages (e.g., SAP BPC, Hyperion, Cognos, Crystal Reports, etc)

Travel Requirements: up to 10%

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment (“PPE”), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
• Strong decision-making and analytical skills
• Self-starting, flexible and responsive; able to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks/assignments within specified deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, as well as internal and external customers
• Effective planning and organizational skills
• Balance multiple tasks and assignments within specified deadlines including ability to articulate project status to supervisor, other team members, and customers
• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheet and database applications

What we offer...

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Dress for your day policy
• Holistic health & well-being programs for physical, mental/emotional and financial health with access to resources and benefits to help focus on staying well through education and prevention
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent Care
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
• Retirement Savings – Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program