Senior Financial Analyst

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Operations Finance Analyst to support financial reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, and operational financial planning. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial information, analyzing production variances, monitoring costs, and providing financial insights to support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing finance or cost accounting, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to analyze complex financial data while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Prepare financial statements, monthly reconciliations, year-end reports, budgets, and financial forecasts

• Support month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, ERP closing tasks, and audit preparation

• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable accounting standards

• Conduct inventory control analysis, prepare inventory reports, and support annual physical inventory activities

• Analyze manufacturing variances, including material usage, labor costs, and purchase price variances

• Identify cost discrepancies, investigate financial variances, and recommend corrective actions

• Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency

• Evaluate process improvement initiatives and calculate gross and net productivity impacts

• Track, estimate, and report cost savings associated with operational improvement projects

• Support annual budget development and quarterly financial forecasting

• Prepare and submit weekly financial forecasts for U.S. operations, including revenue, EBITDA, and orderbook metrics

• Collaborate with other manufacturing locations to identify opportunities for shared resources and improved production capacity

• Conduct cost reviews for new product bids and support pricing decisions

• Perform product and part costing for new items

• Serve as a local ERP system resource, assisting with troubleshooting and resolving financial system issues

• Analyze large financial datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement

• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and leadership teams

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and enhance financial reporting processes and internal controls

• Collaborate across departments to improve financial operations and optimize information systems

• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required

• Minimum of three to five years of experience in operations finance, manufacturing finance, or cost accounting required

• Previous manufacturing industry experience required

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements

• Experience with financial statements, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and analysis of large datasets

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using financial or ERP systems such as IFS, Epicor, or M1

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to identify financial discrepancies, analyze operational performance, and recommend improvements

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and support process improvement efforts

• Experience collaborating with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Accounting, and Finance teams

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and financial data integrity

• Minimum of two years of public accounting experience, preferably with a regional or national firm, preferred

• Experience supporting multi-site operations or complex manufacturing environments preferred

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies preferred

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

• Applicants may be subject to a background check.*

• A pre-employment drug screening may be required as a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work for prolonged periods at a desk and use a computer

• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 10 pounds

• Ability to move throughout office and manufacturing areas to gather documentation or meet with staff

• Ability to visually review and interpret financial data, reports, spreadsheets, and other documentation

• Ability to communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and through electronic communication

• Occasional standing, walking, or bending when accessing files, office equipment, or conducting on-site reviews

• Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard office equipment

• May occasionally enter manufacturing areas with exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures

• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn when required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with frequent interaction across Operations, Accounting, Finance, and Leadership teams

*A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We will consider factors such as the individual's age at the time of the offense, the timing and nature of the offense, its seriousness, and any rehabilitation efforts when determining suitability for the role.

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