Finance Manager

Candidates must have recent manufacturing experience Candidates must have recent SAP experience Candidates must be local as no relocation assistance is being offered for this role. Candidates must be available to travel 25% to 30%

Summary:This position supports manufacturing operations and requires a highly developed analytical skill set, the ability to analyze and reconcile data, and work with appropriate supervision in completing the required finance and accounting functions. The Finance Manager also needs to possess a great deal of insight; to be able to connect facts, and occurrences that seem to have no connection, but may have significant meaning in identifying, analyzing, and assisting in reducing Factory / Operational variances.

Responsible for understanding all manufacturing costs, managing bill of materials, reviewing all cost variances Work with Plant Management in analyzing cost variances and potential areas of opportunity Review plant performance on monthly basis with management and provide financial analysis of variances Assist with monthly financial close activities and other reporting/ad hoc analyses Assist in the preparation of the annual budget Assist with plant capital projects as needed Work with plant on plant related inventory, accounting and SAP processes Cross-train with other plant finance functions in the management of the bill of material process Assist and partner with business leaders on implementation of cost improvements

BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field, MBA or CPA preferred 5-7 years of finance or accounting experience in a manufacturing environment Advanced knowledge of Excel, Hyperion, and SAP preferred Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills (written and verbal), and the ability to interact with all levels of management Analytical and Problem solving skills Self-starter with an inquisitive nature Ability to quickly learn and assimilate new concepts Technical aptitude regarding operating systems and ability to learn new systems and processes quickly Ability to address and resolve problems and issues as they occur Travel requirements approx 25%-30%

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short and long term disability protection, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, and flexible spending accounts.