Operations Finance Manager

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on finance professional to support manufacturing operations by providing financial leadership, operational insight, and business partnership across the plant.

Responsibilities

• Business Partnership
  • Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial guidance and support operational decision-making.
  • Translate financial results and trends into actionable recommendations that improve performance and profitability.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to operational stakeholders.
• Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Prepare and analyze monthly departmental and operational P&Ls, including budget-to-actual and forecast comparisons.
  • Support annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes.
  • Perform variance analysis and identify key financial and operational drivers.
  • Provide financial reporting and performance insights to leadership.
• Cost Accounting & Cost Optimization
  • Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to identify efficiency opportunities.
  • Support and monitor cost reduction initiatives throughout the operation.
  • Track savings projects and measure results against established targets.
  • Recommend process improvements that enhance financial performance.
• Performance Management
  • Develop and monitor KPIs related to operational efficiency, cost management, and profitability.
  • Deliver clear, concise reporting and analysis to support business decisions.
  • Assist leadership in evaluating performance trends and improvement opportunities.
• Capital Planning & Operational Support
  • Support capital investment analysis, including ROI calculations, payback analysis, and business case development.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Partner with operational teams to evaluate financial impacts of strategic decisions.
• Controls & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
  • Support internal and external audit activities.
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA required.

Experience

• 6+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or manufacturing finance.
• Strong manufacturing industry experience required.
• Deep understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting operational leaders in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of driving cost reduction and operational improvement initiatives.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and FP&A.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
• Experience working within ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-support skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong business partnering and stakeholder management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, controls, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.