Finance Analyst

Business Unit: ESI HQ & Other

Division: Finance - Business

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future! Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy.

Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast-growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long-standing presence.

We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for? We are looking for finance professionals highly motivated and willing to take a step further in their careers by joining our team.

Exciting and challenging opportunity working in an American multinational chemical company. The Analyst will be responsible for the execution of Record to Report (“RTR”) EMEA tasks within the Financial Shared Service functions in accordance with the Group Policies, local and US GAAP requirements, agreed service level agreements, and key performance indicators.

The successful candidate will actively participate in the development of the team, helping with possible implementations/system changes, transition of activities, and collaborate in the continuous process improvement initiatives to ensure a streamlined and efficient team over the regional FSS functions.

What will you be doing? Your tasks will include the following

• Collaborate with Operational Team and FP&A Cluster
• Approval of reconciliations (SOX related recons)
• Comment flux variance analysis for Balance Sheet
• Prepare trending analysis
• Follow up closing issues during the month
• Balance sheet review together with FP&A
• First point of contact for the Cluster on Ageing and GRNI
• Direct contact with operational team and provide instructions
• Review old item balances and send instructions to teams
• Collect materials for FS preparation
• Collect materials/documentation for audits (Statutory, SOX, Local)
• GL account creation with Service Delivery Team

Who are You? We are looking for you if you have

• University or College degree in Finance/Accounting or Certified Chartered Accountant
• Intermediate English knowledge
• Ability to work independently, reliability
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Controlling or Accounting, Bookkeeping
• Hands-on experience in financial controlling and variance analysis
• What would be considered as advantages:
• Familiarity with SAP or JDE (ERP softwares)
• Black Line knowledge
• Strong excel knowledge
• Accounting office experience is welcome
• SSC experience

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

What competencies will you need? To be successful in this role you need

• to have some experience of working in a team,
• to be able to work effectively within cross-functional teams and
• to have some experience with ERP systems, SAP/JDE experience preferable,
• “roll up your sleeves” and can-do attitude, energetic, forward-thinker with strong ability to multi-task,
• strong financial, IT and analytical skills coupled with operational focus,
• strong customer service focus,
• ability to think analytically, focus on the big picture, yet to be able to drill into the detail and understand the impact. Understand how the business works and the upstream and downstream activities that impact and are impacted by Finance.

We are Offering...

• Competitive compensation package with outstanding cafeteria benefits
• Working in a constantly expanding, international accounting center
• Professional improvement possibilities
• Commuting allowance
• Possibility of working from home, 3 days/week
• Easy to get to from Budapest and also from agglomeration (Dunaharaszti)
• Team building programs
• Language trainings and professional trainings

We provide a challenging but rewarding experience to our people – you will have an opportunity to learn, grow and contribute from your very first day. Our teams play an important role enabling technological breakthroughs in high growth industries around the world. We continuously invest in technologies and extensive learning and development tools which provide opportunities to challenge, develop and nurture your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.