Finance / Accounting Associate I - Ti - Finance

Sylvamo•Ticonderoga, NY

7d•$68,000 - $80,000

About The Position

At Sylvamo, we’re a team on a mission. Joining us, you’ll be helping to sustain forests and renew ecosystems, while delivering on the promise of paper to educate, communicate and entertain the world. Come grow with us! Mill Financial Analyst. This role will report to the Finance Accounting Manager. This role will support the Finance team including the Controller, Accounting Manager, and Senior Analyst and the broader facility in numerous areas. Key customers in the facility team are Operations teams, Maintenance, Human Resources and Purchasing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent, with thorough knowledge of and experience in finance and financial analysis.
3+ years of Accounting and/or Finance experience; work experience in manufacturing facility is highly desirable.
Demonstrated competence to work with minimum supervision and effectively with all levels in Company
Excellent Excel and Pivot table skills
Consistent track record for getting business results
Excellent analytical and presentation skills
Ability to communicate through all levels of the organization
Enthusiasm, curiosity and a strong desire to grow through the role

Nice To Haves

MBA is an advantage.
Paper industry and/or related Finance experience in manufacturing environment a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide accounting and analytical support and play an integral role in the success of the Company. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated employee who will analyze performance and recommend action needed to maximize the financial return for the facility.
Work under the direction of the Controller in the preparation for and analysis of operational results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, budgeting & forecasting, special projects, and initiatives in order to assist management in achieving operations and management objectives.
Work with Finance team in development and refinement of processes to improve accounting efficiencies and process documentation.
Prepare journal vouchers and participate in budget, forecast, and month-end close.
Actively assist in maintaining and enhancing internal controls, accounting policy, and procedures.
Be familiar with the financial policies and procedures outlined in the financial policies and capital investment manuals as they relate to the facilities.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports.
Provide backup coverage to other areas within the department. Including participating in a six-week rotational weekend duty coverage for department.