Principal Finance Systems Analyst

Ascend Performance Materials Operations - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Finance Systems Analyst is responsible for driving the evolution of finance systems and processes, providing data and intelligence to optimize daily activities. This role involves making recommendations to improve efficiency in finance tools and processes, ensuring effective cash forecasting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop a system-based cash forecast, including a 13-week cash view using the direct method and longer-term forecasts using the indirect method.
• Optimize secondary processes and systems that provide inputs to cash forecasts, such as PO issuance and structure, the AP ledger, High Radius reporting, and related tools.
• Increase the usage of OneStream in finance and beyond by implementing features such as: Consolidated Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and GAAP Cash Flow 13-week cash forecast, Monthly reporting package, Business Unit (BU) Income Statements based on transfer pricing, Plant Income Statements based on transfer pricing, CAPEX, Turnaround, and Catalyst spend planning, SGA Cost Center forecasting, People planning.
• Develop robust productivity tracking for procurement with verification against the Income Statement.
• Enhance logistics cost transparency and forecasting accuracy.
• Provide support for OneStream users, including conducting training as required.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience, preferably in finance systems, finance, or a related area.
• Proven proficiency with Office 365, SAP, Celonis, Finance Systems Management Systems, and OneStream.
• Demonstrated ability to build performance-driven relationships and collaborate effectively outside of the finance function.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced financial modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools.

Benefits

• Access to on-site medical clinics at U.S. facilities.
• Global wellness rewards program.
• Employee-driven recognition plan (Performance Matters).
• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility through the Commitment to Zero initiative.