Role OverviewSupport Operations Finance Manager with design standardized & improved plant accounting operations in support of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, capital assets, raw materials, and finished goods accounting. Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Procurement to analyze COGS drivers, including raw materials, packaging, ingredients, conversion, labor, overhead, logistics and co-packing costs, and identify impacts to profitability.
What You Will Do
Own monthly COGS and manufacturing variance analysis, including volume, yield, usage, mix, rate and conversion cost variances, explaining deviations vs AOP and forecast. Support cost optimization initiatives across internal manufacturing and co-packing operations, including plant efficiency, yield improvement, sourcing decisions and margin improvement opportunities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires strong analytical skills, ability to multi-task, attention to detail and self-motivation. Excellent written and oral communication skills are also essential. Prior work experience in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods or co-packing environments is preferred.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in operations finance, or cost accounting, plant finance or a similar COGS-focused role
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field is required
- Strong understanding of cost drivers (materials, labor, overhead, logistics, etc.)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required - SAP HANA and Power BI a plus
- Prior work experience in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods or co-packing environments is preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 401K
- PTO
- Sick days
- Perks
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