Summary: The Finance Cost Analyst Jr prepares financial and business-related analyses and research in areas like performance, rate of return, and investments, supporting corporate projects and budget processes. Highlights: 1. Supports and assists in close and AOP processes 2. Prepares forecasts and analyzes trends in manufacturing, sales, and finance 3. Conducts research and prepares comprehensive reports for management **Company Description** Avery Dennison RBIS is a global leader in apparel and footwear industry solutions, is a $1\.6 billion division of Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY). Avery Dennison provides intelligent , creative and sustainable solutions that elevated brands and accelerate performance throughtout the global retail supply chain. We wlwvate brands throught graphics ticket, tags and labels, embellisments and packing solutions that enhance consumer appeal. We accelerate performance througth RFID enable inventory and loss prevention solutions, price management, global compliance, and brand security solutions **Job Description** **SUMMARY:** The Finance Cost Analyst Jrprepares financial and business related analyses and research in such areas as financial and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital and investments. The individual prepares forecasts and analyzes trends in manufacturing, sales, finance, general business conditions and other related areas and utilizing PC and/or mainframe based systems and software, compiles and prepares reports, graphs and charts of data. **REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES:** Activities and duties will vary dependent upon functional area assigned. Activities may include, but are not limited to: * Support and assist in the close process. Complete analysis, prepare journal entries and analyze information for accuracy and completeness. Input into the system. * Research and provide financial and business related analyses to assess the impact of various corporate projects and transactions. * Support and assist in the AOP process. Coordinate preparation of cost center budgets. Input data into planning systems. * Prepare forecasts and analyze trends in manufacturing, sales, finance, general business conditions and other related areas. * For assigned projects; prepare details of work plan and schedule, complete detailed analysis and research, identify options, prepare reports for management and recommend action or change. * Quantify the financial impact of the opportunity or issue involved, including likely returns on investments or payback period for proposed capital expenditures, new products, or other investments. * Provide assistance to departments in the formulation of their budgets. Review departmental actual expenses versus budget. Issue monthly variance statements. * Follow policies and procedures as per the Financial Policy Manual. Assist in the development of business policies and performance measures. * Support global operations on an as\-needed basis. * Look for opportunities to improve the process effectiveness and improvements. * Entry Level * Requires knowledge, education and/or experience in the assigned field; still acquiring higher\-level knowledge and skills. * Has limited or no work experience involving basic concepts and procedures. * Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. * Has some latitude for un\-reviewed action or decision. * Builds knowledge of the company, processes and customers. * Solves a range of straightforward problems; analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. * Applies some advanced skills to the position or specialization. **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Finance or related field. * 0 \- 3 years finance or related experience. * Skilled in proficiently using computers and related software in performing financial job tasks, specifically setting up spreadsheet formulas, linking spreadsheets, extracting data, developing graphs. * Ability to design, develop, and maintain tables, formulas, graphs, and macros in WordPerfect or similar word processing programs as well as set up tables, queries, and reports in Access or similar database programs. * Knowledge of research methodologies. Ability to conduct research, prepare comprehensive reports and present complex financial and statistical information in a clear and succinct fashion. * Skill in communicating complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing, and making presentations to large groups. Ability to work well with all levels of management and employees. * Good analytical, organizational and communication skills. **Additional Information** En Avery Dennison hacemos lo que amamos y amamos lo que hacemos y esperamos recibir su solicitud. Ofrecemos: Flexibilidad en el lugar de trabajo Excelente ambiente de trabajo Programas de bienestar y desarrollo. Aprendizaje estructurado y desarrollo. Recompensas totales competitivas Horario de lunes a viernes Esperamos con interés recibir su solicitud.