Finance Manager

Atrium is seeking on behalf of our client a Finance Manager based in Berkeley, CA
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A background check may be run only after a conditional offer is made, where permitted by law
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Position:
Finance Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $120,000-$155,000

The Finance Manager will serve as a strategic partner to operations and commercial leadership, driving financial planning and analysis to support business objectives. This role will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The Finance Manager will collaborate cross-functionally to optimize financial performance and support long-term growth initiatives. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Partner with operations and commercial leadership to develop annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Analyze profitability across customer programs, product lines, and service offerings to identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare financial models related to pricing structures, contract terms, and scope modifications for decision‑making support.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to support demand forecasting and resource planning initiatives.
• Oversee financial activities related to receivables, payables, inventory valuation, and cost tracking to maintain accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, accounting policies, and operational procedures.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close activities including reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash flow activity and assist with payment planning and working capital management.
• Generate management reporting packages and operational performance metrics for leadership review.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and documentation.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and ERP optimization efforts.
• Act as a strategic finance partner to cross‑functional departments including Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Commercial teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience within manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceutical services, industrial, or related environments.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and financial analysis.
• Experience working within ERP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, operational finance, and manufacturing cost structures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Exposure to complex manufacturing or project‑based business models.
• Experience supporting operational finance in a regulated or highly technical industry.
• Familiarity with ERP finance modules and process improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline required.
• Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Finance) preferred but not required.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CFA are a plus.
• Continuing education in financial modeling, ERP systems, or operational finance is advantageous.

If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO