Finance Manager

Our client isseeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial activities for our manufacturing operations. This role manages cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting, while providing strategic insights to improve production efficiency and profitability. This is a contract role

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for manufacturing operations
• Manage cost accounting, inventory valuation, and COGS reporting
• Analyze financial and operational performance; provide actionable insights
• Perform variance analysis and partner with operations on corrective actions
• Support process improvements, cost-reduction initiatives, and capital investment decisions
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with internal controls

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA/CPA/CMA a plus)
• 5+ years of finance or accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong cost accounting, FP&A, and ERP system experience
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.