Business Analyst

The Business Analyst (BA) reports to the [RL/NA Manager] for Recycling Services. The BA performs transaction recording, entry level accounting duties, prepares monthly reports for suppliers and ad hoc analysis in support of the commercial team and upper management. The primary role of the BA is to provide the [RL/NA] team with direct administrative support as to the collection, maintenance of and updating of information in the SAI Scrap Management System, Oracle Software, & Excel. The BA works with the [RL/NA Manager] to ensure that payments to suppliers are made timely and accurately, the close process is on track, and implements changes as necessary to improve the overall process of recording and reporting pertinent data internally and externally.  Other responsibilities of the BA include requesting of PO Requestions, requesting addition of new suppliers in SAI or Oracle, performing revenue reconciliations, and investigating AR discrepancies.

This position operates within somewhat flexible parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the [RL/NA] team. Providing the highest quality data effectively, efficiently and with the utmost attention to detail, decreases errors and increase profits. Mandatory in Office until finished Onboarding/Thirty Day Probationary Period is completed. Transitions into Hybrid role after (WFH and go in Office).

Essential Functions:

• Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
  • Providing a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.

• Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
  • Records transactional data in the relevant supplier master file.
  • Invoices Brokerage transactions in Oracle.
  • Prepares revenue reconciliations between master files and Oracle and remediates discrepancies by making adjusting entries to the master file/Oracle.
  • Reconciles master files to Scale System (SAI) and communicates discrepancies to the relevant contact person.
  • Prepares check/ACH requests for payments to suppliers and service providers.
  • Enters payments in the Scale System (SAI).
  • Prepares reports and payment files for suppliers.
  • Reviews A/R variances assigned to the National Accounts and Reverse Logistics teams on the A/R Issue Logs, allocates them to the proper Commercial Specialists and follows up with them up until the issues have been resolved.

• Administrative Management
  • Assists in the maintenance of centralized master files for third-party recyclers.
  • Reaches out to third party recyclers for reports on a timely basis.
  • Reviews monthly pricing schedules for accuracy.
  • Assists the [RL/NA Manager] in ad hoc tasks required by upper management.
  • Communicates effectively with suppliers and recyclers to resolve questions/concerns they may have.
  • Enters requests for set up of new vendors in Oracle.
  • Research status of payments when requested by vendors.
  • Requests PO Requisitions in the AP system.
  • Maintains supplier list by adding new suppliers and updating the AP system with new supplier information.

• Special Projects
  • As assigned employee will work with others within and outside department to complete tasks.

Specific Other Responsibilities (regional, location, compliance, etc.):

The BA role may be asked to travel (less than 10%) in order to assist the [RL/NA Manager] in the acquisition process by providing administrative support.   

Internal Control Responsibilities:

Supports the Company’s Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating and complying with defined internal controls. Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Interpersonal Contacts:

Internal contacts are by phone, email and in person with all levels of personnel throughout the Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc related locations.  External contacts are by phone, email, in person, and in writing: i.e. banks, financial institutions, etc.  Incumbent interfaces with Corporate Finance, other finance professionals internal and external to company.

Job Conditions:

Average office environment with little natural light. Some overtime required to complete deadline work for month-end and year-end processing.  Attendance is critical during the first two weeks of the month and during year-end processing.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:

Ability to: lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally; sit for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; write by hand and keyboard for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; assemble papers, paper punch, staple, file; apply sufficient force to open and close file drawers.  Ability to communicate by speech and hearing continuously.  Communication is primarily by phone, email and sometimes in person, with other departments within the Schnitzer Group.  Visual acuity needed for close detail work, preparing and analyzing data figures, accounting, and computer use.

Qualifications:

Accounting experience preferred, but not required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with minimum experience in a metals recycling industry or related industrial environment is preferred, but not required. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel software, ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and 10-key competency. Excellent typing skills, (both speed and accuracy) primarily with MS Office applications, especially Excel & Outlook, some typewriter; transcriber, calculator competency; excellent oral and written communication skills; initiative and self-motivation to implement ideas to accomplish smooth work flow; ability to determine priorities when dealing with a number of conflicting demands; high degree of integrity, diplomacy and confidentiality; professional telephone manners and interpersonal skills.

Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form and to deal with problems involving several specific variables in or from standard situations. Ability to learn tasks quickly and repeat them with high efficiency.   Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to build relationships.  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required.  Ability to work independently with limited day-to-day supervision.  Willingness to challenge conventional thinking for the betterment of the company.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.