Plant Finance Manager - Manufacturing
The Plant Finance Manager - Manufacturing is a critical operational and financial support role responsible for driving best-in-class improvements in process and analytical capabilities. This position will work closely with the operations team to support day-to-day business partnership and network-wide control and analysis objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support plant initiatives in safety, quality, continuous improvement, and ongoing operations
* Prepare, review, and distribute daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial, operating, and executive reports
* Provide specific, actionable, and forward-looking commentary on changes in the monthly/quarterly financial forecasts
* Monitor and develop new performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variances
* Track expenses versus budget, analyze fluctuations, and identify shortfalls and cost savings opportunities
* Drive the plant's planning and forecasting process
* Assist in developing the operating strategic plan
* Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic network initiatives
* Collaborate with IT on identifying and implementing business systems necessary to meet reporting requirements
* Support senior management team and department heads with in-depth analysis
* Assist in preparing annual financial information provided to external auditors
* Provide technical expertise and best-in-class process improvements
* Participate and sometimes lead various manufacturing projects resulting in a well-controlled operating system – projects will vary depending on business needs
* Evaluate internal controls and ensure accuracy of bills of materials, including shrink percentages and routings, and update to demonstrated plant performance capabilities
* Provide day-to-day and weekly support of spending control and production order accuracy
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
* Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, ideally with supply chain or plant finance experience from a top CPG organization
* Advanced proficiency in MS Office, primarily Excel & Power Point; SAP experience strongly preferred
We Offer:
Ferrara provides comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Compensation:
$120,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience.