Finance Manager - Operations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and drive financial performance across manufacturing and operations, including COGS, inventory, and key cost drivers; including month-end management, reconciliations, reserve reviews and COGS projections.
• Partner with Operations leadership to evaluate trade-offs, improve efficiency, and deliver against financial targets.
• Lead the operations budgeting and forecasting process, translating volume, rate, and mix drivers into actionable financial plans and positive impacts to KPIs / Dashboards.
• Lead standard costing processes, including annual cost roll, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of operational financial data, including Bills of Materials, production drivers, and cost allocations.
• Lead and develop the operations finance team, building strong analytical, business partnership, and leadership capabilities.
• Support finance and systems transformation initiatives, driving improvements in processes, tools, and data to enable scalable, best-in-class finance operations.
• Carry out other duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Has direct reports and carries out supervisory responsibilities including interviewing and hiring Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining Associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

OTHER SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must effectively communicate with members of other departments and Senior Management.
• Attention to detail with strong investigative skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Proven track record of leadership, including mentoring, coaching, and the development of staff; ability to make independent decisions and to work with minimal supervision; be persistent in the face of obstacles.
• Ability to interpret financial data and communicate conclusions and recommendations to various levels of Management.
• Familiarity with a variety of financials concepts and practices.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a diverse team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Business analysis skills, with the ability to see implications and provide solutions / recommendations.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• BS in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 7 years experience, preferably in a Manufacturing Environment.
• SAP / FICO experience, specifically in the CO-Profitability Analysis and CO-Product Costing modules a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPA preferred, but not required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Hands on knowledge of Supply Chain systems and processes.
• Working knowledge of Bills of Materials and Master Recipe structures.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with achieved outcomes.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and organization skills.

BENEFITS

• All benefits are effective on day 1 of employment.
• Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.
• Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.
• Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage.
• Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.
• 401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.
• You’ll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:
• Company provided short-term & long-term disability.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage.
• New parent phase-in program & paternity leave.
• Educational assistance reimbursement.
• Product discounts & a wellness program.

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