Financial Analyst - Plant Operational Excellence

Our client, a leading manufacturer, is a globally recognized public company with a remarkable 75-year history of growth and innovation. It offers an exceptional company culture that fosters development and provides diverse opportunities. Forbes has honored it as one of the World's Best Employers, highlighting its commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

Why consider joining our client?

• Publicly traded company on a path of continuous growth and recognized by Forbes as a top global employer
• Exceptional insurance coverage and 401 (k) matching program, effective upon hire.
• Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
• Vibrant company culture and collaborative team environment
• Access to excellent training programs for professional development
• Free fitness center membership

This well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a high-energy Financial Analyst to support plant leadership through financial analysis, operational reporting, cost management, and process improvement initiatives. This role offers strong visibility across operations, accounting, and leadership teams.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, a proactive approach, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Serve in a lead role supporting the plant shop floor cost system
• Analyze financial and operational performance to support business decision-making
• Track, reconcile, and resolve accounts receivable-related issues monthly
• Support month-end close and financial reporting activities, including account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries across multiple locations
• Own and execute daily operational and financial reporting systems
• Support capital appropriation processes and fixed asset accounting activities
• Analyze plant spending trends and assist in driving spend management initiatives
• Extract, analyze, and interpret data to develop operational and financial reports
• Support special projects involving financial analysis, reporting enhancements, and process development
• Assist with annual and quarterly corporate tax reporting requirements
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and analytical support to finance and operational leadership
• Support compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across finance and plant operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business from an accredited institution required
• MBA preferred
• Prior financial experience within a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Exposure to cost accounting principles and manufacturing operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience querying databases and working with large data sets
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Preferred Background
• Manufacturing finance, plant accounting, or operational finance environments
• Experience supporting shop floor reporting, spend management, or operational KPI reporting
• Exposure to ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Experience supporting SOX compliance and internal controls

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Representation/employer clarification:

Augmentis is conducting this search on behalf of our client. The selected candidate will be employed directly by our client, not by Augmentis.

EEO + disclaimer

Our client and Augmentis are Equal Opportunity…