Financial Analyst

Title: Financial Analyst Location: DE, NY, NJ, WV, SC, NC, TX, Who we are: Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 12,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States. Why Kuraray: Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability. As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment. Position Summary: The Financial Analyst supports the AIS Division through business performance analysis, planning, forecasting, operational reporting, and data management. The role analyzes financial and operational data to identify trends and support business decision-making, coordinates division planning and reporting activities, and supports S&OP and strategic supply chain processes. The position serves as a business partner to Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, and other stakeholders while maintaining a primary focus on business analysis, planning, and decision support. Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare and distribute monthly consolidated quantity, operating, and financial reports, including commentary and variance analysis for senior leadership. Analyze actual and forecast performance against budgets and estimates for sales, manufacturing costs, and selling, general, and administrative expenses. Identify, investigate, and help explain financial trends, deviations, and business performance drivers. Provide managers and functional leaders with financial analysis and routine dashboards that support accountability and informed decision-making. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Support the semiannual budget process and related system uploads for the Americas legal entities within the AIS Division. Coordinate the North America SG&A budget with cost center owners and support Latin America entities in completing required budget submissions. Maintain actual, estimate, and budget data used for monthly, quarterly, half-year, and annual reporting and planning. Maintain the 36-month rolling forecast used to support the Sales and Operations Planning process. Complete headquarters templates and administrative requirements for budgeting, mid-term planning, quarterly reporting, and other finance activities. Data Management, Systems & Business Intelligence Extract, validate, and load monthly actual and budget data used in Power BI reporting and other financial tools. Update forecasting and reporting tools with monthly actual results and verify that files are complete and accurate before use. Coordinate plant fixed-cost, operational, and other data requests with operations and the global controlling team. Maintain organized, reliable financial work files and supporting documentation in accordance with established processes. Strategic Supply Chain & S&OP Support Support the monthly rough-cut planning process through data maintenance…

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