Financial Analyst - Midwest Region (Rogers, MN) - CRH Americas

Job ID:  500806

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America.  Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

This position provides the Finance Team and Senior Management with a forecast of the company’s profit and loss and operational performance highlighting the effectiveness of the company’s strategic plans and investments. This position will manage the Midwest Region and report to the Region CFO.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Perform quantitative analysis of operational and financial data using various programs, reports, and tools.
• Prepare financial reports for internal use.
• Analyze past financial information and results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations.
• Collect, analyze, and report financial data.
• Participate in building budgets and forecasts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Prepare monthly commentary of financial results and reports to leaders.
• Participate in preparation of financial data for strategic plans.
• Perform various ad hoc analysis for a variety of individuals.
• Track DOT/City/County infrastructure funding levels and key economic indicators.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university and five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience in the construction or building materials industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (Less than 20% of the time).
• Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software (Word, Excel Outlook). Willingness and ability to learn additional computer software and computer programs.  Extremely high level of expertise in Excel.
• Demonstrate advanced financial knowledge as well as the ability to interpret and utilize financial and mathematical data and information. 
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to facilitate change management and influence positive responses.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Demonstrate comfort in communicating and partnering with senior level executives and operations leaders.

• Strong skill in planning and organization, as well as skills in project management.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, appropriate manner.
• Ability to summarize data from different sources into a concise format that can be easily expanded and communicated to support initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Accountability: Is continually focused on accepting responsibility for meeting commitments, achieving optimum results, and ownership for the outcomes from actions and decisions.
• Adaptability: Personal willingness and ability to effectively work in, and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, responsibilities, people, environments, and conditions.
• Communication: Clearly conveys and receives messages at an appropriate level and format.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and/or external customers.
• Integrity:  Through words and actions, creates an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect.  Communicating and acting honestly and ethically.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively and productively in groups and teams to create positive relationships which maximize performance results.
• Safety and Security:  Observes safety and security procedures.
• Leadership: Motivates and inspires others through their words, actions, and commitment to the organization.
• Managing People and Processes: Establishes and clearly communicates process standards and expectations; monitors performance and provides ongoing feedback to build people.
• Strategic Thinking: Takes a broad scale, long term view, assessing options and implications required to develop and achieve goals of the organization to move it forward.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment

The environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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