Senior Operations Finance Manager

Senior Operations Finance Manager

The Senior Operations Finance Manager is a strategic business partner with Operations. The role is responsible for manufacturing controlling, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, operational KPI reporting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position will play a critical role in improving profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency while supporting growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Manufacturing Finance & Cost Accounting
  • Lead all manufacturing controlling activities across production operations.
  • Maintain and enhance standard costing methodologies, BOM structures, labor rates, and overhead allocation models.
  • Analyze manufacturing variances including material usage, labor, yield, scrap, waste, and overhead absorption.
  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation and product costing in compliance with accounting standards.
  • Partner with Plant Leadership to identify cost savings opportunities and improve operational profitability.
  • Support month-end close activities related to inventory, manufacturing costs, and operational performance.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
  • Lead annual operating plans, budgets, and rolling forecasts for Operations functions.
  • Develop financial models and operational scenarios to support capacity planning and investment decisions.
  • Provide insights into labor productivity, production efficiency, and cost trends.
  • Monitor performance against budget and explain key variances with actionable recommendations.
• Operational KPI & Performance Reporting
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and scorecards for manufacturing performance.
  • Track and report key metrics including: labor efficiency, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), yield and waste, material consumption, production throughput, cost per unit, inventory turns, capacity utilization, scrap and rework costs.
  • Communicate performance trends to executive leadership and operations management.
• Business Partnering & Operational Support
  • Act as a trusted finance business partner to Operations, Plant Management, Engineering, and Procurement teams.
  • Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews.
  • Provide financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, customer profitability, new product launches, and capital investment projects.
  • Influence decision-making through fact-based recommendations and financial insights.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize manufacturing costs.
  • Develop financial analyses and ROI assessments for operational improvement projects.
  • Measure and report savings generated through continuous improvement efforts.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and accounting standards.
  • Support inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes.
  • Assist with internal and external audits related to manufacturing operations.

• Advanced Excel
  
  Skills:
  
  Expertise in MS Excel, with the ability to use advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis techniques.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make recommendations based on data insights.
• Time Management and Organization:
  Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal teams.
• Attention to Detail:
  High level of accuracy and attention to detail in pricing and data management.
• Self-Motivated and Independent Work Style:
  Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage tasks effectively without direct supervision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are regularly exposed to fragrances including perfumes and scented lotions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The duties of this position do occasionally require the person to be on the production floor where sounds and smells are elevated.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an…