Operations Financial Analyst

Job Description

This position is ideally suited for candidates located in Canada, but we are open to considering strong candidates based in the U.S. Options for hybrid / virtual.

The Operations Analyst role is responsible for performing standardized or routine professional accounting and financial analysis work for Americas North Operations. The primary job duties include the compilation, consolidation & analysis of financial data related to operations. Incumbent must have an understanding of accounting and accounting principles, working knowledge of recording, examining, and analyzing data and financial transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation and distribution of monthly, quarterly, & annual reporting requirements as instructed by division
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing and ensure an effective and efficient system of internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Review, validate, and code vendor invoices, work with AP to resolve discrepancies
• Support in various Source-to-Pay duties such as creation of purchase orders, matching of goods receipts, create vendor accounts, analyze variances
• Drive process improvements in analytics and procedures related to workflow
• High degree of interactions with cross functional departments including finance, manufacturing, accounts payable, supply chain, and procurement
• Complete financial analysis to identify issues, report on performance and drive continuous improvement
• Provide timely and insightful analytics to Americas North Operations team that anticipates change and drives decision making, leverage understanding of key business fundamentals to improve operating efficiencies and profitability
• Assist in the analysis and preparation of financial models, including business cases, forecasts, and budgets, within Americas North Operations
• Support in proper recording of GST/HST paid on purchases in Canada

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Strong knowledge of desktop financial systems; i.e. Microsoft Office, etc.
• Strong knowledge working in an ERP system, preferably SAP
• Minimum of three or more years of related experience, 5-7 years preferred; previous plant experience strongly desired
• Understanding of Sales and Use Tax in Canada under the Canadian VAT system

Additional Information

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $105,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:

• 10 paid holidays each year

• Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision care coverage

• Perform Well-Being Program – earn employer contributions in your HSA or HRA plan

• Wellness Incentive – earn additional funds for your HSA or HRA plan

• Group Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life Insurance

• Weekly Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plans

• Employee Assistance Program