Plant Financial Analyst

Owens Corning Danville is a world class manufacturing organization that produces the highest quality wet-formed fiberglass mat for use in roofing and other commercial applications. Owens Corning is a global leader in insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composite materials. Owens Corning Danville’s mission is to provide a safe environment for our employees while producing high quality mat at the lowest cost in the industry using cutting edge processes and practices.

• 68 Consecutive years as a Fortune 500® Company
• $9.7 Billion in 2023 Sales Revenue
• Presence in 31 Countries with 25,000 employees 
• Health and Wellness Opportunities
• Adoption and Family Assistance- OC is committed to helping employees in their endeavor to build a family, including financial assistance for adoption and surrogacy
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) provides U.S. employees the opportunity to purchase Owens Corning stock at a 15 percent discount every six month
• Parental leave- Four weeks of paid time off for all new parents; this includes both mothers and fathers at the time of birth or the adoption of a child
• A rebate program that allows employees to receive a rebate of up to $2,000 every four years for purchases of OC’s wide range of products for new construction or home improvement

Just what is it that makes Owens Corning unique? Of course, there are the products, the global reach, and the strong commitment to sustainability. Behind all of that though, it’s our people and our purpose. That’s our difference. We are proud to be recognized for our ongoing product, environmental and social sustainability efforts:

• Placed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 14th consecutive year
• Owens Corning has ranked in the top 10 of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for the past six years

The Financial Analyst provides finance support for the Owens Corning Danville Plant. This position is accountable for providing a clear and insightful view of the plant’s financial outlook and timely reporting of results. The Financial Analyst is responsible for maintaining a controls environment that complies with the Company’s internal control policies and Sarbanes Oxley. In addition, this position will support the Logistics Leader with material resource planning and inventory management. The position is an important part of the financial talent pipeline and serves as a feeder for larger plants as well as corporate roles.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Maintain safety focus for an injury free work environment

• Maintain a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Participates in work area self-inspections and accident investigations as well as recommends corrective actions to make the workplace safer.
• Supports safety initiatives and processes to drive towards zero recordable injuries.
• Works with a safety focus and engages in activities that support plant safety objectives.
• Includes safety KPI’s and KAI’s as primary goals for personal performance.

Operations Planning

• Participates in the development of operational objectives for the plants that are aligned to Corporate and Division strategic objectives.
• Supports proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure optimal facility financial results and shareholder value.
• Participates in reporting of results for the Danville Plant, providing insight and analysis that identifies opportunities and decision support.
• Supports operations by maintaining production schedule to meet demand requirements.
• Ensures no production stock outs; communicates risk and action plans as needed.
• Manage working capital performance through daily processes and data analysis.
• Monitors and takes actions to minimize slow moving and obsolete inventory losses.

Financial and Operational Controls

• Maintains internal controls environment that is operating effectively in all areas including data integrity, asset protection, segregation of duties, budgeting, financial reporting, information systems and adherence to corporate policies and governmental regulations (GAAP, SOX compliance, etc.).
• Provides guidance and coaching to plant leadership to ensure that accountability for internal controls is clear and procedures documented.
• Participates in the continuous sign off process and works with the plants to modify procedures for changes in policy.

Reporting and analysis

• Supports financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Prepares and delivers the plant financial forecasts and projections.
• Actively participate in the plant’s monthly closing process in conjunction with the accounting team.
• Communicates results effectively to management and non-financial personnel.
• Provides in-depth analysis on variances to plan and forecast.
• Provides risk analysis for contingency planning.

Metrics: Timely and accurate closing process; forecast accuracy and timeliness; balance sheet integrity

Improve plant profitability

• Supports actions in line with achieving targets, mitigating risk and prioritizing resource needs.
• Proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure facility optimal financial results.
• Provides insightful and competitive analytics that anticipate change and drive decision making.
• Assists in the capital appropriation process by providing finance support and analysis.
• Assists with education of plant personnel on key performance metrics.
• Provides guidance to non-financial leaders regarding issues of financial control and compliance.

Metrics: Key performance indicators (KPIs); Productivity against plan; financial performance against plan; return on capital; results of capital projects

Cross-functional and team contribution

• Work across organization boundaries and all levels of the company to achieve plant objectives.
• Shares best practices (e.g., process improvements, financial modeling, and procedural changes).
• Aligns teams and resources to solve problems and drive results.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or relevant discipline
• 1-3 years’ experience in financial planning and analysis

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Manufacturing experience
• Understanding of purchasing, supply chain or logistics
• Experience with continuous improvement operating models such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be detail oriented and can multi-task
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs (power user of Excel)
• Proficient in SAP
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical ability accompanied by knowledge of manufacturing costing principles – understands P&L and balance sheet dynamics
• Demonstrated ability to manage and control costs – effectively develops business cases and enroll leaders at all levels in taking appropriate action

TRAVEL

• Must be able to travel up to 5%

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
 
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

About Owens Corning

Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.