Sr. Finance Mill Support Analyst - Lake States Region (US) @ louisianap

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.

• For more information, visit LPCorp.com . Job Purpose The Finance Mill Support Sr. Analyst provides essential financial and cost accounting support to mill operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and analysis of production costs.
• This role assists in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and inventory management, while maintaining strong internal controls and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• The position serves as a key resource for mill leadership and the Finance Mill Operations Manager by delivering timely, accurate financial data and insights that drive operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• In this position you will have the opportunity to: Assist in preparing mill budgets and forecasts under the guidance of the Finance Mill Operations Manager.
• Collect and validate operational data for financial planning purposes.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and highlight variances.
• Maintain accurate standard cost data for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Prepare and reconcile inventory valuations, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Assist in analyzing production cost variances and report findings to mill leadership.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for mill operations.
• Prepare routine financial and operational reports for mill leadership and corporate finance.
• Provide detailed cost analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of required financial data.
• Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and internal control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards What do I need to be successful?
• 4-6 years of experience in accounting or finance required Mill operations experience preferred Analytical, strategic thinker with the ability to effectively collaborate with various business units Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and variance analysis.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Software Applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel abilities Adept at managing large data sets across multiple technology sources; experience with various SAP or Planful platforms a plus Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports and cost data.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with mill operations and finance teams Customer-service mindset when supporting internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, providing financial expertise as a service to different departments Strong business acumen with an ability to clearly articulate in verbal and written communication • Highly-driven and self-motivated with keen attention to detail and organized Understanding of financial and cost accounting principles Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Finance, Accounting, or related field required Work Environment This is a remote position Preferred candidates will live in the Lake States Region of the U.S. with the ability to occasionally travel to one of LP's mills in the region #LI-REMOTE LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.