Fixed Costs & Claims Analyst

Job TitleThis position is responsible for:Controlling and tracking fixed costs activity related to the Purchasing & Supplier Quality (P&SQ) and Purchasing Finance (PSFIN) organizationsAnalyzing and reporting all activity and actual results, by department (Director), related to fixed costs expense for both P&SQ and PSFINConsolidating Global fixed costs monthly to report to the Global Group Purchasing CFOActing as lead operations analyst and administrator for the supplier cancellation claims process, and assisting suppliers with claim submissions in the web based Supplier Cancellation Claim System (SCCS)Managing the SCCS system and resolving any issues regarding buyer, supplier or management updates, including changes with buyers, role assignments, claim approvals and entering account informationManaging account reconciliations through GLCM for responsible key accounts and preparing period to period analysis and explain variances from actuals to budgets and forecastsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related degreeMinimum 8 years of professional experienceMinimum of 5 years' experience in Finance or AccountingKnowledge of accounting including JVs and month-end closeExperience with SAPStrong personal computer skills including Word, Excel and PowerPointExcellent accounting, analytical and teamwork skillsPreferred Qualifications:CPA or CMAAbility to interact with all levels - Communication SkillsAbility to work under pressure and in a time constrained environmentProblem solving and ability to multi-taskExperience using OnestreamVariance Analysis & Period-to-Period ReportingForecasting, Budgeting, Business Planning, Accounting Close