Senior Financial Analyst

Global Cellulose Fibers•Oglethorpe, GA

1d•$106,700 - $130,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst supports the financial management and accounting operations of the mill, partnering with mill finance and leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, effective inventory management, budgeting and forecasting, and compliance with company accounting policies. The role reports to the Mill Controller and serves as a backup, with potential to step into a Mill Controller role as succession opportunities arise across the business. The position supports daily accounting and financial activities, close processes, financial reporting, manufacturing cost and inventory analysis, planning, audit coordination, capital expenditure review, and operational performance improvement. It also provides guidance to accounting personnel and collaborates with corporate finance, cost optimization, and FP&A leaders across a multi-mill network. The role is based at the Flint River Mill in Oglethorpe, Georgia. The listed pay range is $106,700–$130,500; placement within the range depends on individual experience, skills, and abilities. The position is salary, full-time, and exempt, with annual incentive eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
High attention to detail and ability to analyze, problem-solve, and make good decisions.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

MBA, Master of Accountancy, or CPA preferred.
5–8 years of accounting or manufacturing finance experience preferred.
SAP experience preferred.
Preferred competencies: action oriented; priority setting and time management; good organizational skills; functional/technical skills; integrity and trust; customer focused; self-motivated; innovative; and open minded, with the ability to accept and work through change.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing daily accounting and financial activities of the mill.
Participate in month-end and year-end close activities.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports.
Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and production accounting.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and accounting policies.
Help the Controller coordinate internal and external audits.
Review capital expenditure requests and monitor project spending.
Partner with operations leadership to improve business performance.
Provide leadership and guidance to accounting personnel.
Work closely with corporate finance, cost optimization, and FP&A leaders across a multi-mill network.
Help serve as a backup to the Mill Controller and perform other duties as assigned.