Finance Technician

Job Category:

Finance

Job Family:

Accounting

Work Shift:

Job Description:

This position is responsible for accumulating financial data to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial and operational reporting.

In this role you will work as a member of the plant FP&A team to assist in the maintenance of plant financial systems.

The ideal candidate will work with the FP&A team to execute both transactional and entry level analytical tasks that promote continuous improvement at the plant.

Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping guidelines.

Must follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment, and meet OSHA safety requirements.

What you’ll do:


* Data entry into financial systems such as payroll, accounts payable, purchasing or general ledger to generate management reporting or information used in the preparation of financial statements.

Maintain financial accuracy through controls and auditing processes.


* Communicate with vendors and internal partners, answering questions, explaining processes or performing analysis as requested.


* Use Diver, Oracle reports and Discoverer queries to analyze data for reasonableness, trends and opportunities for process improvements.


* Serve as an active member of operations finance supporting and participating in cross-functional teams within the technical accounting group.


* Promote a culture that focuses on continuous improvement.

Work with cross functional teams to improve processes at the plant and FP&A.


* Be able to be the primary back up for other processes within the Plant FP&A group.


* Perform administrative functions for finance as required.


* Perform other duties as assigned by leadership group.

What you need to succeed:


* 0-2 years’ experience in Accounting or Finance


* An Associate’s degree in accounting or similar field and a desire to attain a Bachelor’s degree


* Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information


* Keen attention-to-detail and data validation skills, capable of multi-tasking.


* Offer continuous improvement ideas, team player mentality, strong process and communication skills


* Previous exposure to cost accounting preferred but not required.

Proficiency with software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle, Hyperion).


* Excellent computer skills.

Must pass skill tests.


* Familiarity with word-processing, graphics, flowcharts or other software is desirable.


* Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP).


* Knowledge of payroll practices, processes and systems.

Physical Demands Analysis:


* Stand - .5 hour


* Walk - .5 hour


* Sit - 7.25 hours


* Forklift Use - n/a


* Lift/Carry up to 50 pounds - .25 hour

Qualifying positions offer:



* A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees.


* Competitive medical, p...