AmSty · 3 weeks ago
Cost Accountant/Financial Analyst - Polystyrene
St James, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAmSty is seeking a Financial Analyst - Polystyrene to join their Business Finance team. The Analyst will provide financial analysis and operational reporting, support forecasting and planning processes, and engage in process improvements to drive performance in the polystyrene business.
ChemicalManufacturingRecyclingSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Analyze and communicate results for the operational sites supported
Analyze asset development (i.e. product pricing and inventory levels at the sites) and identify performance opportunities
Prepare monthly forecasts, estimates and annual budgets
Assist with driving opportunities for value creation, cost optimization, and process improvements
Perform financial processes related to costing, expense monitoring, monthly close and reporting requirements
Provide support to internal and external auditors for the business unit and site(s)
Actively engage with the commercial and operation teams
Document and/or improve existing work processes for business continuity
Perform ad-hoc management reporting and analysis
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics
Min. 5 years of work experience in financial analysis, accounting, or general business
Strong business and financial acumen with advanced critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented and timeline driven with emphasis on accuracy and results
Strong coordination, communication (oral and written), facilitation and interpersonal skills required
Ability to work comfortably across all levels of employees and management with confidence and initiative
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Self-starter, active participant on teams, proactively reach out to team members to accomplish goals
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP; with knowledge of digital automation tools
Preferred
MBA or CPA a plus
Company
AmSty
At AmSty, we’re driven by a simple purpose: to create essential, sustainable materials that help build safe communities and support healthy living.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stephen Berthelot
I/E COORDINATOR
Susan Suraci Fernandez
Senior Executive Assistant to CEO
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2025-07-02
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