Sr. Finance Operations Analyst

Company Description For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them! Join Our Team as the Sr. Finance Operations Analyst! The Sr Finance Operations Analyst provides analysis, interpretation and reporting of Operations finance information in a timely, consistent, high-quality manner that enables the Operations management team to make optimal business decisions. This Analyst functions as part of the assigned location’s management team and uses managerial and professional judgement to give guidance on business and operational changes and decisions at the location. They also provide support to the location’s Sales, Engineering and Project Management teams and are involved in plant-wide meetings to communicate financial results. The Sr Finance Operations Analyst ensures accurate costing of inventory and projects, maintaining the cost system and providing inventory control for the location. They provide financial reporting for the operations of the facility, including operational transactions and performance reporting. They also assist the Buildings Cost Manager with maintaining labor rates, run rates on products, and other relevant cost information. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Complete month-end close, prepare monthly financial reports and perform monthly accounting reconciliations Oversee and reconcile annual physical inventory and monitor monthly cycle counting activities. Analyze, interpret and communicate various cost and budget variances Provide support for monthly forecasts and annual budget requirements for manufacturing Routing AP invoices through OnBase (paperless software system) to appropriate personnel for coding/approval before sending through to Corporate AP for payment. Oversee purchase card program by ensuring charges are coded correctly and within program guidelines Research part cost issues across the organization. Provide cost data for parts unable to be quoted out of normal pricing systems on request for BBNA. Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, and manufacturing methods or services provided to determine effects on cost. Assist BBNA Buildings Cost manager on obtaining labor rates, run rates and other information to develop standard costs. Ensure capital expenditures are tracked to budget, and proper capitalization of assets are performed. Identify, track and review improvement projects (80/20 Savings Tracking) Implement and apply accounting policies, standards, procedures and controls Education & Experience Qualifications Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or other professional field 5 years of Finance or Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment 2 years of strategy, or project experience Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting 5 years of experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment Experience working with Oracle ERP, AP Systems (such as OnBase), Business Intelligence (BI), Power BI, WorkDay or other payroll systems Additional Information The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level. The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. We are a global leader in metal coating and painting products for building and construction industries, providing vital components for houses, buildings, structures, vehicles and more. We have built a solid foundation for growth with a diverse portfolio of businesses in some of the largest and fastest growing economies of the world. We are headquartered in Australia, with our people and operations spread across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout Asia. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.