Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plant
Develop and maintain accurate cost accounting systems, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
Provide detailed analysis of production costs, labor efficiency, material usage, and overhead expenditures
Generate insightful reports on plant performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Lead the annual budgeting process for the plant, collaborating with department heads to establish realistic and challenging financial targets
Develop accurate financial forecasts and projections, monitoring actual performance against budget and forecast
Explain variances and recommend corrective actions to management
Drive cost reduction initiatives and efficiency improvements across all plant operations
Monitor capital expenditures and ensure adherence to approved budgets
Manage inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and obsolescence reserves
Act as a financial business partner to the Plant Manager and operational teams, providing financial guidance and support for operational decisions
Participate in strategic planning and capital investment decisions
Evaluate the financial impact of new projects, product lines, and process changes
Ensure compliance with all corporate accounting policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements
Maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard company assets
Coordinate with internal and external auditors
Supervise and mentor a small finance team or accounting staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA or CMA certification is a strong plus
5+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing plant environment
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP,) and advanced Excel skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to drive process improvements and implement best practices.

Benefits

health/dental/vision
long term/short term disability
life insurance
HSA/FSA
matching retirement plans
paid vacation
parental leave
employee stock purchase plan
paid leave for volunteer work in your community
training opportunities
professional talent management and succession planning
corporate health well-being initiatives
commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills

cost accountingvariance analysisinventory valuationfinancial forecastingbudgetingfinancial analysiscapital expenditure monitoringfinancial reportingprocess improvementGAAP compliance

Soft skills

analytical skillsproblem-solvingdecision-makingcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsteam collaborationindependencementoringleadershipstrategic planning

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceCPACMA