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Proactively suggest ways to optimize ERP and other software platforms for continuous improvement, working with the IT organization, including data categorizations, reporting capabilities, and business guidance. This role leads efforts to strengthen data-driven decision-making and optimize General Shale’s sales and profitability by evaluating manufacturing plants, customers, channels, and products.

<div><strong>Financial Analyst</strong></div><div> </div><div><strong>Johnson City, TN</strong></div><div> </div><p><strong>Position Summary</strong><strong></strong></p><p>General Shale, Inc., the nation's leading manufacturer of brick, masonry siding, and outdoor hardscape products, is seeking a Financial Analyst for our corporate office in Johnson City, TN.</p><p>The Financial Analyst position is within the Planning and Analysis department and will be working closely with Accounting, Sales and Production management, and other departments to transform analysis for the company. This role leads efforts to strengthen data-driven decision-making and optimize General Shale’s sales and profitability by evaluating manufacturing plants, customers, channels, and products.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Executive-level presentations in PowerPoint to provide the current state and business proposals for key organizational decisions</li><li>Develop and maintain daily/weekly/monthly reporting and analytics for sales, cost, and margins</li><li>Prepare and present monthly sales performance reports to sales teams and management</li><li>Monitor KPI's and work with business partners to ensure projects and objectives are on track</li><li>Conduct ad hoc analyses and build business models with Sales leadership to support new and existing opportunities and profitability improvements</li><li>Support forecast and budget development in collaboration with sites and management</li><li>Utilize various financial and reporting software (SAC, SAP, etc.)</li><li>Proactively suggest ways to optimize ERP and other software platforms for continuous improvement, working with the IT organization, including data categorizations, reporting capabilities, and business guidance</li><li>Monitor and review existing processes and procedures in various areas to improve productivity and efficiencies</li><li>Take on additional responsibilities as the role evolves</li></ul><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><p>Bachelors preferred with a concentration in Finance, Accounting, and/or Business.</p><p><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Intellectual curiosity</li><li>Detail-oriented</li><li>Strong analytical and business modeling skills</li><li>Advanced in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite</li><li>Strong business modeling skills</li><li>SAP or other ERP system experience is considered a plus</li><li>Action-oriented and results-driven</li><li>Excellent writing, verbal, and communication skills</li><li>Sales support is a plus</li><li>At least five years of financial analysis experience required and/or equivalent education</li></ul><p><strong>Job Information:</strong></p><p>40-hour workweek with additional hours in the evening and/or weekends are required when project timelines dictate.</p><p>General Shale offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, supplemental products, 401(k) plan with generous employer match, vacation, holidays, and more.</p><p>Learn more about <a href="https://generalshale.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_new">General Shale</a> and its comprehensive portfolio of innovative brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential structures.</p>

General Shale Brick, Inc

Financial Analyst

Accounting

Analysis Skills

Budget Management

Business Model

Business Skills

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Cost Analysis

Detail Oriented

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

Finance

Finance Software

Financial Analysis

Financial Reporting

Forecasting

Leadership

Manufacturing

Masonry

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Performance Analysis

Performance Metrics

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Production Management

Productivity Management

Profit & Loss

Profit & Loss Analysis

Reporting Skills

Revenue/Sales Reporting

SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP)

Sales

Sales Analysis

Sales Presentation

Sales Support

Writing Skills

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<p>Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. <br/><br/><strong><b>Responsibilities</b></strong><br/><br/>**Please note - this posting is to fill multiple positions throughout the year. If qualified, you may be contacted regarding next steps however it may not be immediate.** <br/><br/>Provisional Employee (PE) - Lab Analysts are part-time positions, without benefits, and are eligible to work up to 1,200 hours in a calendar year. The duration of this assignment is not to exceed 12-months. <br/><br/><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br/></p><ul><li>Applicants must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts. </li><li>Perform a variety of analytical testing of raw materials, in-process and final product samples. </li><li>Simultaneously operate a variety of analytical instruments to perform sample tests. </li><li>Use volumetric glassware, balances and dispensing devices to prepare samples for analysis. </li><li>The individual will be trained to perform the responsibilities of the job through completion of an on-site structured training program. </li><li>Work scheduling will be by assignment on a weekly basis to cover a regularly scheduled shift, but participants must also be willing to work on a call-in basis with notice as short as 8 hours in advance. </li></ul><strong><b>Qualifications</b></strong><br/><br/>Education/Experience: <ul><li>High School Diploma or GED is required. </li><li>Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry is preferred. </li><li>Prior experience in a laboratory environment or advanced (post-high school) study in Chemistry or science is preferred. </li><li>Computer experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. </li><li>Ability to perform all of the essential elements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. </li></ul><br/>Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law. <br/><br/>Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Eastman

2026 - Provisional Employee - Lab Analyst

Chemistry

Computer Skills

Construction

High School Diploma

Laboratory

Laboratory Analysis

Materials Analysis

Materials Testing

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Secondary School

Software Development

Sustainability

Testing

Training Program

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This role is highly analytical and Excel-heavy, producing management reports and variance analysis for a portfolio that includes retail, commercial, storage, and multifamily housing using Yardi and QuickBooks. The position also provides backup support to Property Accountants during month-end and quarter-end close and tax season to help meet deadlines and maintain reporting quality.

<h5>Accounting Analyst </h5><p>No recruiters, please. This is an on-site position in Eastern TN (not remote or hybrid). </p><p>The Accounting Analyst supports the Director of Accounting with special projects, process improvements, and reporting enhancements. This role is highly analytical and Excel-heavy, producing management reports and variance analysis for a portfolio that includes retail, commercial, storage, and multifamily housing using Yardi and QuickBooks. The position also provides backup support to Property Accountants during month-end and quarter-end close and tax season to help meet deadlines and maintain reporting quality. </p><h5>Key Responsibilities </h5><ul><li>Support the Director of Accounting on special projects (process improvements, system/reporting enhancements, audit readiness). </li><li>Identify ways to improve efficiency, automate manual work, and strengthen documentation. </li><li>Help improve Yardi workflows, reporting, and data consistency. </li><li>Assist with testing and rollout of new templates, reports, and process changes; support other team members as needed. </li><li>Maintain process documentation and SOPs. </li></ul><ul><li>Prepare recurring and ad hoc leadership reporting, including portfolio rollups, key metrics, and close summaries. </li><li>Perform monthly/quarterly trend and variance analysis; explain key drivers clearly. </li><li>Build and maintain Excel models, templates, and dashboards. </li><li>Pull data, analyze results, and present findings for ad hoc requests. </li></ul><ul><li>Provide backup support during month-end/quarter-end close (review reconciliations, help resolve reconciling items, assist with overflow tasks). </li></ul><h5>Qualifications </h5><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting. </li><li>6+ years overall accounting experience; 3+ years property accounting experience (mixed portfolio preferred). Mixed portfolio includes: multifamily housing, commercial, storage, retail, and manufacturing. </li><li>Strong understanding of close, reconciliations, and internal controls. </li><li>Yardi experience. </li><li>Advanced Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, SUMIFS; Power Query preferred). </li></ul><h5>Key Competencies </h5><ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills </li><li>Ownership and follow-through </li><li>Able to manage competing deadlines </li><li>Clear communication </li><li>Process improvement mindset </li><li>Collaborative, service-oriented approach </li></ul>

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