FP&A Analyst – Hybrid (Atlanta) | Entry‑Level Forecasting

Smurfit Westrock; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst to join the Finance Team. This role supports monthly close, cost and variance analysis, forecasting and budgeting in a distribution environment.

The ideal candidate excels in communication, teamwork and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and basic experience in financial analysis and reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• Basic experience with financial analysis and reconciliation processes.
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office products; knowledge of Alteryx is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly financial closing activities including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform monthly cost and variance analysis.
• Complete assigned financial reporting needs.
• Provide support for monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes.
• Support activities related to internal and external audit requirements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis, reporting and project support as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Financial analysis

Account reconciliation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Alteryx

Excel

Teams

PowerPoint

JD Edwards

Hyperion

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst to join the Finance Team. This role supports monthly close, cost and variance analysis, forecasting and budgeting in a distribution environment.

The ideal candidate excels in communication, teamwork and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and basic experience in financial analysis and reconciliation.