Associate Manager – Operations Finance

StarKist Co.

Operations Finance Associate Manager analyzing manufacturing COGS and plant performance for StarKist in Reston. Leading forecasting, variance analysis, cost optimization, and investment evaluation across operations and co-packing.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeReston • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $105,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operations finance and cost accounting, with a strong focus on COGS analysis, financial reporting, and process optimization. Proficient in developing activity-based costing metrics and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance.

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Operations Finance ExperienceCost Accounting ExpertiseAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsSAP HANA KnowledgePower BI Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Cost Drivers AnalysisActivity-Based CostingFinancial ReportingVariance AnalysisCapital PlanningPlant Performance AnalysisCOGS AnalysisFinancial ModelingMonth-End CloseProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsDetail-OrientedSelf-MotivatedExcellent Communication SkillsMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

SAP HANAPower BIMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingFood ManufacturingConsumer Packaged GoodsCo-PackingSupply Chain Finance

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Operations Finance Manager with designing standardized and improved plant accounting operations across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, capital assets, raw materials, and finished goods accounting
Develop consistent and improved activity-based costing metrics and cost allocations for plant performance analysis
Create streamlined plant financial accounting processes, reporting, and analysis
Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Procurement to analyze COGS drivers and profitability impacts
Own monthly COGS and manufacturing variance analysis, explaining deviations versus AOP and forecast
Support cost optimization initiatives across internal manufacturing and co-packing operations
Lead annual operating plan and forecasting for Operations, COGS, and manufacturing cost drivers
Develop driver-based models linking operational metrics and COGS components to financial outcomes
Participate in month-end close and follow up with Accounting and Operations teams
Lead monthly COGS and plant performance reviews and drive action plans for performance gaps
Support financial evaluation and capital planning for operational initiatives and manufacturing investments
Evaluate capacity, automation, co-packing, cost reduction, and make-versus-buy initiatives
Conduct ad hoc analyses and projects supporting Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and business management decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7+ years of experience in operations finance, cost accounting, plant finance, or a similar COGS-focused role
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required
Strong understanding of cost drivers, including materials, labor, overhead, and logistics
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
SAP HANA and Power BI are a plus
Prior experience in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods, or co-packing environments preferred
Analytical, able to multitask, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to travel domestically and internationally 15–20% to support plant visits, operational reviews, and cross-functional collaboration
US Citizenship or Green Card Holder required; no sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to travel domestically and internationally (15–20%)
Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE/AA/Vet/Disability