Senior Specialist, Plant Finance

## Senior Specialist, Plant FinanceApply: Aurora, IL: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-14652**Job Title:**Senior Specialist, Plant Finance**Job Description:****The Role:** We are seeking a Senior Specialist to join our team to help support Entegris’ **Materials Solution Division**Operations Finance global consolidation, reporting and analysis based in Aurora, IL or Billerica, MA.The Senior Specialist provides financial decision support to global manufacturing plants and is a key business partner to the Operations Finance Director and Operations Leadership Teams in the **Materials Solutions (MS) Division**. The individual’s responsibilities are to assist in monthly forecasting and monthly consolidation and reporting including ownership for specific closing related and forecasting activities. In addition, the Senior Specialist will be responsible for analysis at the Division level that provides insights into operational performance. This role will support manufacturing sites in achieving their operating and financial plans through data driven analysis and recommendations. The individual will also support Capital Expenditures (CapEx) strategic analysis and execution. This position will report to the Operations Finance Director.**What You’ll Do:*** Analyze, understand and interpret financial results; provide insightful and actionable feedback/recommendations for management in identifying opportunities for improvement.* Support monthly/annual forecasting/budgeting;* Ensure the plant financial forecasts and budgets are aligned with Operational, Division and Corporate goals;* Review/explain manufacturing variances;* Business/Operations decision support through analysis;* Provide data drive analysis and insights to drive accountability;* Support preparation, execution and analysis of Capital Expenditures (CapEx)* Complete month end close tasks supporting consolidation of Division results, ensuring that financial statements are properly stated and conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP),* Provide financial education/training and guidance to non-finance employees.**What We Seek:*** Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years experience;* Financial modeling and analysis experience;* Cost accounting knowledge and experience in a manufacturing environment preferred;* Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal control concepts;* Strong analytical and problem solving skills;* Ability to work independently in a fast paced, dynamic global environment;* Proactive, future-looking, positive attitude;* Proficient SAP, Excel and PowerPoint skills; Business Objects and/or SAP BPC a plus;* Strong communication skills; ability to summarize and clearly communicate financial analysis to non-financial business partners.**Outstanding Candidates Will Have:*** Strong communication skills;* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment;* Successful business partnership with site, business unit and division leadership through forecast/budget alignment, timely communication of financial results/risks/opportunities and ad hoc analyses/modeling support;* Demonstrated understanding of continuous improvement through identification, vetting, and tracking of improvement projects.**WHAT WE OFFER**Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.* Compensation: $85,500 - $114,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role* Annual bonus eligibility* Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge* Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting* Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs* Education assistance to support your learning journey* A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. #J-18808-Ljbffr