Business Analyst

DIVISION/LOCATION: Plycem USA


POSITION TITLE: Business Analyst

REPORTS TO TITLE: Financial Planning and Reporting Manager

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Business Analyst supports the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager by analyzing and interpreting the Company's operational, commercial, and financial performance. With a primary focus on product costing, manufacturing operations, forecasting, budgeting, and business performance, the role develops financial models and scenario analyses, identifies improvement opportunities, and provides accurate, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, profitability, and sustainable EBITDA growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support strategic planning, business performance, and decision-making.
• Analyze product costing, manufacturing costs, inventory, and operational performance to ensure accurate financial reporting and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor and report on key financial and operational performance indicators (KPIs), providing actionable insights and recommendations to support EBITDA growth and operational excellence.
• Prepare financial analyses, management reports, dashboards, and business cases to support commercial, operational, and strategic decisions.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain and Sales to provide financial guidance, evaluate business performance, and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Extract, validate, analyze, and interpret data from ERP systems and other internal and external sources to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of business information.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing reporting processes, automating recurring analyses, improving data quality, and contributing to system and process enhancements.
• Participate in strategic and operational projects by providing financial analysis, performance measurement, and decision support to help achieve the Company's business objectives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, PivotTables, Power Query, advanced formulas, and data analysis).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft PowerPoint for reporting, dashboards, and presentations.
• Experience using SAP ERP (or equivalent ERP system), preferably in Finance, Costing, and Manufacturing modules.
• Financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Quantitative, statistical, and analytical skills.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data, exercise sound business judgment, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and communicate financial and operational insights to diverse stakeholders.
• Planning & Organization: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis, reporting, and financial information.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactive mindset focused on identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting, operational efficiency, and business performance.

EXPERIENCE

2 years of experience in financial analysis, business analysis, cost accounting, or a similar analytical role within a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.

COMMENTS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Candidate must be located in Houston, Texas or surrounding areas.