Operations Finance Analyst Accounting & Finance · Corporate Headquarters

This position is accountable for providing accurate inventory costing. The position is responsible for providing timely and value-added analysis to decision makers in USG’s Operations Finance organization as well as other groups. This position will deal with absorbed and actual costs, as well as be responsible for understanding and communicating all variances. This position will assist in cross-functional teams regarding all factors that comprise absorbed cost analysis.The position will communicate and foster the relationships between Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and the Finance organizations in all matters pertaining to inventory costing and general plant reporting.Responsibilities:Provides Accurate Inventory Costing

Setup, analyze, and update Cost CentersSetup, maintain, analyze, and update resource usage rates.Setup, maintain, analyze, and update overhead and resource cost rates.Understand and explain key variance drivers to support updates.Actively identifies ways to improve inventory costing processes and accuracy.Effectively communicate with Regional FP&A and other groups to identify costs which may need to be accounted for in absorbed costs.Cost related error handling and resolution.Provides timely and value-added analysis.

Demonstrate a solid understanding of the cost drivers and factors influencing absorbed versus actual cost in order to provide value-added explanations for cost variances.Ad-hoc analysis.Participate in Cross-Functional Teams.Cost Book Maintenance and Support.Qualifications:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.Requirements:Excellent analytical skills.High proficiency in MS Excel.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate complex business issues in a clear and concise manner.Can anticipate when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.Identify process improvements and opportunities for standardization.The ability to work as both an individual and within a team in a fast-paced environment.Preferred:1 - 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations finance/accounting role.Experience with Oracle OBIEE.Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, and even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.EOE including disability/veteran

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