Finance Manager

Overview

Steven Douglas is partnered with a long-time client to identify a Finance Manager! The role will report to the Senior Director of Finance and is responsible for partnering with manufacturing and operation teams!

• Own Gross Profit reconciliation and margin analysis, providing timely and accurate insight into product and customer profitability.
• Develop models to analyze the cost of goods sold (COGS), production variances, inventory valuation, and operational KPIs.
• Lead variance analysis related to materials, labor, overtime, repairs & maintenance, and manufacturing overhead.
• Support the annual standard cost update process and drive continuous improvement in cost accuracy.
• Develop robust cost models and financial analytics that enhance margin visibility and operational decision-making.
• Serve as a key contributor in the transition from ECC to S/4
  
  HANA, including testing, validation, and process documentation related to material costing and manufacturing cost flows.
• Partner closely with the Supply Chain organization, including Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, and Procurement, to translate financial insights into actionable operational recommendations.
• Drive alignment between Finance and Supply Chain to improve cost performance, efficiency, and inventory-related decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required.
• 5–6 years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, supply chain finance, FP&A, or similar analytical roles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting, variance analysis, and margin drivers.
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP systems; experience with S/4
  
  HANA or participation in an ERP transition is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and communicate financial insights in a meaningful, actionable manner.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Leadership experience—formal or informal—with the ability to mentor and develop talent.

Apply today! For immediate consideration send your resume to  with the subject "Finance Manager"