Assistant Finance Manager

O-I•Plano, TX

8d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible for supporting the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and analysis processes. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role focuses on executing advanced financial responsibilities, including financial close, forecasting, performance analysis, and internal controls. The position plays a critical role in ensuring reliable financial data and actionable insights that support business performance and strategic decision-making. The Assistant Finance Manager will: Partners closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure financial results accurately reflect business activities. Bridge accounting processes with forward-looking financial planning, enabling improved visibility into financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Use strong collaboration to resolve variances, support business initiatives, and enhance financial processes. Provide guidance to team members and is expected to demonstrate ownership, accountability, and leadership in driving high-quality output. Have strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to influence decisions through data-driven insights while supporting continuous improvement initiatives The Assistant Finance Manager should have the skills to: Assist in the quarterly preparation of a 3-year rolling forecast for EBIT and Cash, as well as weekly and monthly outlooks Ensure Finance Manager and Senior Leadership team receive accurate and timely financial reporting Month end close related activities as follows: Responsible for review and reconciliation of general ledger, fixed assets, various reconciliations and intercompany billings Calculation and preparation and support of various routine journal entries and accruals Research variances and instruct staff/shared services to resolve issues Prepare, analyze and present monthly operating results Reconcile balance sheet accounts Responsible for monthly Sarbanes Oxley reporting/ execution Assist in the preparation and review of financial analysis for customer contract negotiations and identify margin improvement opportunities Aids other departments and team members to ensure that Divisional accounting policies are followed, and controls are followed Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, opportunities, and risks Lead cost savings initiatives and replication of best practices Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required SCOPE AND IMPACT Directly impacts financial reporting accuracy, forecasting reliability, and overall business performance insights Supports effective decision-making by delivering timely and actionable financial analysis Strengthens compliance and risk management through disciplined processes and internal controls Drives improved cost management and margin performance through analysis and recommendations Enhances cross-functional alignment by connecting financial data with operational performance Contributes to process standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement across finance operations Influences business outcomes through participation in forecasting, planning, and strategic initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
5+ years of relevant experience in accounting, financial analysis, or finance roles (director commercial Sales experience )
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
Deep knowledge of income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow relationships
Experience with financial close, forecasting, and performance analysis
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and translate into actionable insights
Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions
Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and compliance processes
Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Responsibilities

Assist in the quarterly preparation of a 3-year rolling forecast for EBIT and Cash, as well as weekly and monthly outlooks
Ensure Finance Manager and Senior Leadership team receive accurate and timely financial reporting
Responsible for review and reconciliation of general ledger, fixed assets, various reconciliations and intercompany billings
Calculation and preparation and support of various routine journal entries and accruals
Research variances and instruct staff/shared services to resolve issues
Prepare, analyze and present monthly operating results
Reconcile balance sheet accounts
Responsible for monthly Sarbanes Oxley reporting/ execution
Assist in the preparation and review of financial analysis for customer contract negotiations and identify margin improvement opportunities
Aids other departments and team members to ensure that Divisional accounting policies are followed, and controls are followed
Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, opportunities, and risks
Lead cost savings initiatives and replication of best practices
Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required