Sr Financial Analyst and Internal Controls Coordinator - Saint-Gobain
WORCESTER, MA
About the Job
The Sr Financial Analyst and Internal Controls Coordinator is a subject matter expert role. The incumbent will be the subject matter expert in the Internal Controls and Risks Framework (ICRF) developed by Saint-Gobain, and ensure compliance and conformity of the program. They will be responsible for attribution of SAP access rights, the ERP of the plant, minimizing risks and developing alternative process control through mitigation plans when needed.
The incumbent will support the Plant Controller, delivering reporting information to management team regarding: Operational Expenses, Capital Expenses (CAPEX) and working capital; as well, the candidate will participate in the preparation of monthly reporting and preparation of budget and reforecast. The candidate must be proficient on Microsoft Excel and Power BI (Desirable).
In order to be successful, the incumbent will indeed need to create, nurture and develop a network across the functional Internal control team of Saint-Gobain, and within the business.
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+ Become a subject matter expert in the Internal Controls and Risks Framework (ICRF), toolkits, and best practices to ensure compliance and conformity of the program.
+ Coordinate yearly completion of ICRF Gap Analysis, preparation to audits if applicable, develop action plans as needed with respective leaders, and follow up completion of action plan.
+ Support respective leaders in creation and update of internal procedures in line with ICRF.
+ Monitor the performance of internal controls on a monthly/quarterly basis. Identify and address any control deficiency promptly.
+ Control SAP access rights: demonstrate understanding of SAP transactions and risk associated, identifying the best roles from an SOD standpoint.
+ Perform yearly SOD analysis, develop and lead action plan to reduce risk to an acceptable level. Develop alternative process/control route as mitigation plan when risk cannot be eliminated.
+ Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data and KPI’s to identify savings/cost avoidance opportunities, working along with operation team to improve company profitability.
+ Responsible to build and maintain financial model to track plant cost and expenses by cost centers, analyzing and understanding trends and variances,
+ Assist plant controller with preparation and analysis for monthly financial statements, as well, propose and implement process improvements, ensuring better quality of information.
+ Be part of annual budget and forecast, supporting plant controller with data analysis.
+ Continuously improve financial information packages in excel and/or power BI.
Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Audit, Internal Control or Similar area is required.
+ Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Audit, Internal Control, or equivalent experience is preferred.
+ 2-3 years experience with Finance, Analysis or related fields required.
+ Proven experience with SAP as ERP. Knowledge of transaction codes required.
+ Proven experience in internal controls, risk management, auditing or related field preferred.
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal and safety regulations.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with various departments.
+ Certification in internal audit (CIA), risk management (CRMA), or similar credentials preferred.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
The incumbent will support the Plant Controller, delivering reporting information to management team regarding: Operational Expenses, Capital Expenses (CAPEX) and working capital; as well, the candidate will participate in the preparation of monthly reporting and preparation of budget and reforecast. The candidate must be proficient on Microsoft Excel and Power BI (Desirable).
In order to be successful, the incumbent will indeed need to create, nurture and develop a network across the functional Internal control team of Saint-Gobain, and within the business.
-
+ Become a subject matter expert in the Internal Controls and Risks Framework (ICRF), toolkits, and best practices to ensure compliance and conformity of the program.
+ Coordinate yearly completion of ICRF Gap Analysis, preparation to audits if applicable, develop action plans as needed with respective leaders, and follow up completion of action plan.
+ Support respective leaders in creation and update of internal procedures in line with ICRF.
+ Monitor the performance of internal controls on a monthly/quarterly basis. Identify and address any control deficiency promptly.
+ Control SAP access rights: demonstrate understanding of SAP transactions and risk associated, identifying the best roles from an SOD standpoint.
+ Perform yearly SOD analysis, develop and lead action plan to reduce risk to an acceptable level. Develop alternative process/control route as mitigation plan when risk cannot be eliminated.
+ Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data and KPI’s to identify savings/cost avoidance opportunities, working along with operation team to improve company profitability.
+ Responsible to build and maintain financial model to track plant cost and expenses by cost centers, analyzing and understanding trends and variances,
+ Assist plant controller with preparation and analysis for monthly financial statements, as well, propose and implement process improvements, ensuring better quality of information.
+ Be part of annual budget and forecast, supporting plant controller with data analysis.
+ Continuously improve financial information packages in excel and/or power BI.
Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Audit, Internal Control or Similar area is required.
+ Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Audit, Internal Control, or equivalent experience is preferred.
+ 2-3 years experience with Finance, Analysis or related fields required.
+ Proven experience with SAP as ERP. Knowledge of transaction codes required.
+ Proven experience in internal controls, risk management, auditing or related field preferred.
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal and safety regulations.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with various departments.
+ Certification in internal audit (CIA), risk management (CRMA), or similar credentials preferred.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Source : Saint-Gobain