Sr. Finance Mill Support Analyst

Job Description

Req

Job Location:

Home Office LP Posting

Start Date:

11/12/26 Work Environment:
Remote

Job Description:

The Finance Mill Support Sr. Analyst provides essential financial and cost accounting support to mill operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and analysis of production costs. This role assists in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and inventory management, while maintaining strong internal controls and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position serves as a key resource for mill leadership and the Finance Mill Operations Manager by delivering timely, accurate financial data and insights that drive operational efficiency and cost optimization.

• Assist in preparing mill budgets and forecasts under the guidance of the Finance Mill Operations Manager.
• Collect and validate operational data for financial planning purposes.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and highlight variances.
• Maintain accurate standard cost data for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Prepare and reconcile inventory valuations, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Assist in analyzing production cost variances and report findings to mill leadership.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for mill operations.
• Prepare routine financial and operational reports for mill leadership and corporate finance.
• Provide detailed cost analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of required financial data.
• Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and internal control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

• 4-6 years of experience in accounting or finance required
• Mill operations experience preferred
• Analytical, strategic thinker with the ability to effectively collaborate with various business units
• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and variance analysis.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Software Applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel abilities
• Adept at managing large data sets across multiple technology sources; experience with various SAP or Planful platforms a plus
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports and cost data.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with mill operations and finance teams
• Customer-service mindset when supporting internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, providing financial expertise as a service to different departments
• Strong business acumen with an ability to clearly articulate in verbal and written communication
• Highly-driven and self-motivated with keen attention to detail and organized
• Understanding of financial and cost accounting principles
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Finance, Accounting, or related field required

• This is a remote position, working in a home office environment

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