Financial Analyst

PQ Corporation is adding to its team a Financial Analyst. An ideal candidate should have 2-3 years’ experience as a financial analyst and is ready to grow in a business partnering role, gaining exposure on all facets of the business.  Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Financial Analyst will provide analytical and financial support services to the Silicates business, with a primary focus on US & Canada. The Financial Analyst will help provide insights and recommendations to drive improvements in operations, sales, and the overall profitability of the business.Responsibilities include:Provide financial analysis and data compilation to Silicate commercial and operations teams.  Support the site operations managers and the operations leadership team.Support Accounting Manager in weekly, monthly, year-to-date; annual reporting and provide support to the volume, sales and contribution margin monthly forecasting and annual budget processes and month-end book closing tasks.   Promote financial best practices and efficiency in processes; continuously identify and implement opportunities to improve.Support the quarterly and annual audit processes through audit schedules and analysis of results, inventory, costs, customer trends or other key business factors.Ensure that an effective control environment is maintained through compliance with both internal and external standards (SOX).Work with the Finance Manager and the key stakeholder to support ad hoc analyses.    Job requirements2-3 years’ experience in financial analysis with solid finance skills and business acumen, proactive and excellent time-management skills.Additionally, the candidate should possess:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or financeStrong Microsoft Excel expertise and modeling skillsExperience with financial accounting software; SAP strongly preferredStrong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Sarbanes Oxley experience The Financial Analyst must also possess the following traits:Ability to work independently, self-motivated, detail oriented, prioritize and attain deliverablesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work well within the finance team and across the business unitAbility to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels, maintaining the highest level of integrity and with a service attitudeAbility to exercise sound judgment and take initiative in resolving problems and making recommendationsStrong organizational skills. Ability to organize complex projects, manage multiple tasks, and meet established deadlines