Job Description
Job Description
A dynamic opportunity exists for an experienced Finance Manager to join a high-performance manufacturing facility. This position plays a critical role in supporting the financial planning and operational success of the site. The role encompasses budgeting, forecasting, cost control, financial reporting, and strategic analysis. Candidates with a background in industrial or complex manufacturing environments—particularly those with aerospace / aviation exposure—are highly encouraged to apply.
Core Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy & Planning
- Lead site-level forecasting and budget cycles across monthly, quarterly, and annual horizons.
- Deliver robust variance analyses comparing actuals against budget/forecast to pinpoint performance drivers.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and performance metrics for operations and finance.
- Collaborate with department leaders to build multi-year financial projections based on operational capacity, production flow, and market outlook.
Financial Reporting & Insights
- Contribute to the month-end close process by preparing and reviewing financial reports.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial statements that comply with internal controls and accounting guidelines.
- Present site-level performance insights to leadership, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
Cost Oversight & Optimization
- Manage cost accounting activities, including materials, labor, and overhead allocations.
- Identify and implement initiatives to reduce operational costs while maintaining efficiency.
- Evaluate product cost structures to support margin improvement and pricing strategies.
Operational & Strategic Support
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to plant leadership, offering recommendations on investments, cost management, and operational improvements.
- Conduct scenario analysis and risk assessments to support business planning and capital expenditures.
- Provide ad hoc modeling and support for new projects, programs, and commercial opportunities.
Process Enhancement
- Drive efficiencies in financial workflows by streamlining budgeting and reporting processes.
- Use data tools and automation to enhance the quality and speed of financial insights.
- Continuously improve system utilization to support transparency and real-time decision-making.
Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Build strong relationships across finance and operations to support a culture of accountability and performance.
- Mentor and guide junior finance staff or cross-functional partners in financial literacy and planning.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and cost management within a manufacturing environment.
- Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures; experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling techniques.
- Strong ERP experience (preferably SAP) and highly proficient in Excel-based analysis.
- Proven ability to convert complex data into actionable strategies and communicate clearly to stakeholders.
- Self-driven, organized, and detail-focused with a strong business acumen.