Financial Analyst

Oldcastle Infrastructure; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider in Elgin, Illinois is seeking a Financial Analyst to analyze data and offer strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include financial performance monitoring and supporting operational leadership. The role offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $100,000 plus a 10% bonus, as well as various comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years manufacturing finance and/or cost accounting experience required.
• Experience with data mining or planning applications.
• Travel – up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret plant operation results.
• Monitor financial performance for cost reductions.
• Prepare data sets for budget processes.
• Ensure accuracy of weekly forecasting process.
• Partner with Plant Managers for financial expertise.
• Research pricing and trends affecting performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Cost accounting

Data mining

ERP systems

Advanced MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

SysPro

Sage

SAP S/4 Hana

Job description

Overview

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety‑first mindset.

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst will report directly to the Finance Business Partnering Manager for the area and will be responsible for partnering with operations and commercial teams to analyze data and trend and provide insights to drive the business forward.

Job Location

• Elgin, Romeoville, Kenosha, or Kalamazoo.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret plant operation results, evaluating variances, and assessing the effect on plant operations.
• Monitor financial performance to identify and drive cost reductions and cost control initiatives.
• Provide operations management with strategic tools and interpreted reports to help drive business results.
• Prepare the data sets for the annual strategic plans and budgeting process for the area(s).
• Ensure the weekly forecasting process is complete and accurate, providing good visibility of likely outturn as well as actions required to hit targets.
• Actively manage operational costs for the plants within the area/region of responsibility.
• Partner with Plant Managers to provide financial expertise and operational leadership to drive the strategic direction for each site.
• Research pricing, competitors’ trends and other factors affecting performance.
• Provide business modelling and risk assessments.
• Other ad hoc analysis, as needed.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Advanced Degrees, CMA, a plus.
• 2+ years manufacturing finance and/or cost accounting experience required.
• Experience with data mining or planning applications.
• Experience with complex ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, SysPro, Sage), SAP S/4 Hana preferred.
• Advanced MS Office.
• Travel – up to 10%.

Job Salary

• This role has a base salary range of $70,000 to $100,000/year + 10% annual bonus.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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EEO Statement

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.