Sr. Manufacturing Financial Analyst

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Senior Manufacturing Financial Analyst at Neptune Technologies

We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Manufacturing Financial Analyst to join our finance team at our high-volume manufacturing facility in Tallassee, AL. This is a critical role responsible for overseeing and optimizing standard costing processes, supporting ERP implementation efforts, and driving operational insights through deep financial analysis. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with hands-on plant finance experience and a passion for manufacturing excellence.

• Develop and implement cost models to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Serve as a finance lead or SME during ERP implementation and ongoing enhancements; ensure accurate system configuration for cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• Conduct monthly close processes related to inventory, COGS, and manufacturing variances.
• Provide decision-support analytics for capital investment, make vs. buy, and productivity initiatives.
• Developing and maintaining accurate product cost standards, preparing budgets and forecasts, and analyzing cost variances.
• Leading the yearly cost roll process, tracking variances, and investigating discrepancies between planned and actual costs.
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving measures, streamlining processes, and improving operational efficiency.
• Working with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, operations, supply chain, product management) to develop and implement costing strategies.
• Leading and managing product costing projects from discovery to deployment, including new product development and ad hoc business proposals.

In this onsite role, you will have a defined office location at the Neptune facility in Tallassee, AL.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Advanced Excel and data visualization skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Committed to professional development and training to keep up with industry trends.
• 5+ Years’ experience with costing products in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and cost accounting methods.
• Ability to identify root causes of cost issues, develop solutions, and implement improvements.
• Requires a high level of initiative and independence.
• Prior involvement in ERP implementation (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Infor, or similar).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA M/F/Vet Disability