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Finance Manager

Kellogg Staffing
Ashland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2025

Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting for our manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with plant operations to drive financial performance, cost optimization, and strategic decision-making. The Finance Manager will ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and support operational efficiency across multiple manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities :

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) :

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for manufacturing plants.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to optimize cost structures, improve margins, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Conduct scenario analysis and financial modeling for capital investments, cost-saving initiatives, and strategic projects.

Cost Management & Control :

  • Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, including material, labor, and overhead.
  • Ensure accurate standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost accounting processes.
  • Work with plant managers to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
  • Operational & Strategic Finance Partnership :

  • Act as a key financial business partner to plant managers and operational leaders.
  • Provide data-driven insights and KPIs to support decision-making.
  • Evaluate and track operational performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Financial Reporting & Compliance :

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for manufacturing operations.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support audits and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
  • Capital Investment & Asset Management :

  • Support capital expenditure (CapEx) planning and ROI analysis for plant investments.
  • Monitor asset utilization, depreciation, and financial impact of capital projects.
  • Continuous Improvement & Process Enhancement :

  • Drive automation and efficiency improvements in financial reporting and analysis.
  • Implement best practices in financial management within manufacturing operations.
  • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
  • 5 years of finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Experience with lean manufacturing, process improvement, and financial modeling.
  • Understanding of supply chain finance and inventory management.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.
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