SENIOR ACCOUNTING ANALYST I

Formosa Plastics•Baton Rouge, LA

13d

About The Position

The Accounting Analyst performs professional-level financial analysis and reporting in support of plant operations. The role applies independent judgment and accounting expertise to analyze financial and operational data, including inventory and cost accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The position partners with plant operations and corporate accounting to ensure accurate reporting, maintain effective internal controls, and support operational decision making. This position is analytical in nature and focuses on financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. It does not perform clerical or routine transactional accounting duties. The role requires the ability to evaluate financial data, identify variances, and apply professional judgment to resolve accounting issues. Employees may be assigned other duties as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting or financial analysis experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or plant accounting experience.
Cost accounting and inventory accounting experience.
Experience reviewing or supporting sales and use tax compliance related to manufacturing purchases and vendor transactions.
Experience supporting internal and external audits.

Responsibilities

Independently analyze financial, operational, and production data to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers, and provide financial insight to management.
Analyze manufacturing costs, production results, and inventory activity to assess operational and financial impacts.
Partner with plant leadership to evaluate production performance and cost drivers.
Prepare monthly P&L and cost center reports.
Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Perform month-end close activities, including ledger entries, adjustments, and cost data input.
Prepare and review general ledger account reconciliations and analyze significant variances.
Monitor finished goods and raw material inventory and perform related reconciliations.
Support physical inventories and internal and external audits, and maintain compliance with internal controls.
Serve as a resource for accounting processes, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and vendor charge or cost allocation issues within the plant finance function.