Sr. Analyst Financial Planning & Analysis

Sr. Financial Analyst - Ohio River Valley AreaThe opportunity:We are looking for a strong Sr. Financial Analyst to support the Ohio River Valley area. This position will provide partnership to the plants in the Cleveland/Akron area. The Sr. Financial Analyst will work in the preparation and review of internal and external reporting, various analytics, forecasts and budgets. Key areas of focus include revenues, sales volumes, operating costs, and customer profitability in support of the Plant, Business Unit, Area, and Regional Leadership teams. In addition, the Analyst will participate on various project teams. In performing these roles, the Sr. Financial Analyst will be expected to interact with numerous functional departments (both at Corporate and at Division levels) and with all levels within the company. The position will improve the performance of the Plant or Business Unit through analytical support, facilitation and engagement. The role will also support the Division Hub accounting team.How you will impact WestRock: Utilize the Profit Analysis Tool process to support corporate account and local account bids/analysis Actively monitor the profitability of all customers, but in particular those with a negative contribution margin and/or profit Maintain price increase tracking as necessary and support the process for price increase planning within the Business Unit Obtain a working knowledge of all available sales/u2019 analytical tools (sales forecasting tool, dashboards, etc.) Provide analytical support for key manufacturing metrics including Performance Excellence, net waste, returns & allowances, machine performance, labor efficiency, capacity, headcount, safety, etc. Identify gaps and/or under-performance trends Provide support for tracking identified opportunities to increase the efficiency of the converting equipment, and headcount reduction opportunities through the Manning Optimization process Work with green belt leaders to track savings targets of Six Sigma projects. Collaborate with the Regional Manufacturing Manager and Six Sigma teams on kaizens and operational audits Assist with all Business Unit Capital economic analysis and maintaining modeling consistency (i.e., a standardized approach to calculating financial performance). Track the capital development and approval process with specific emphasis on approval and expediting installation of all capital projects related to the Strategic Optimization initiative Ensure Accounting processes and controls are implemented and followed Field contact for corporate and hub accounting Sarbanes-Oxley and WestRock policy and procedure compliance Balance sheet, AR, AP, tax and other related inquires and requests Assists in Inventory Reconciliation Fixed Assets Audits Internal and External Audit Support Assist in resolution of remittance discrepancies Contacts other departments and/or outside vendors/agencies to resolve A/P issues as needed Establish working relationship and consistent communication with the Business Unit General Manager, Business Unit Finance Manager and Regional Finance Director Build relationships with both internal and external customers Become knowledgeable in various financial and operating systems in order to provide support and direction as the Business Unit requires Implement and administer procedures and best practices related to business support analytics What you need to succeed: Bachelor/u2019s Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred A minimum of 5 years of relevant analysis experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong problem-solving skills, passion for improvement Advanced skills in Excel and Hyperion SmartView; Experience with QlikView a plus Ability to work independently, balancing routine responsibilities with ad hoc requests Able to thrive in a growing and fast-paced environment Previous experience in manufacturing industry (corrugated/packaging), preferred but not required Must possess potential to advance to a leadership role What we offer: Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Created: 2026-03-07