Financial Manager (Operations Financial Planning & Analysis)

MillerKnoll • Zeeland, MI

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About The Position

Leads finance activities in support of major business units, product lines, or operational functions. Partners with business leaders to drive financial performance, support strategic decision-making, and deliver actionable insights. Oversees forecasting, planning, and analysis activities, translating complex financial data into clear recommendations that improve operational and financial outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, operations finance, or business-facing finance roles
• 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring finance professionals
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational performance
• Proven ability to influence decisions and partner effectively with leaders at all levels
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting financial concepts to non-financial audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency
• Proficiency with financial systems, data tools, and standard business software

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with business unit and operations leaders to understand objectives, evaluate performance, and drive actions that improve financial results
• Lead the development of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans, ensuring alignment with business strategy
• Provide insights into key drivers of performance, including cost, productivity, and profitability, and recommend actions to address risks and opportunities
• Analyze manufacturing and/or product line performance, identifying trends and supporting data-driven decision-making
• Support strategic initiatives such as capital investments, cost optimization, insourcing/outsourcing, and process improvements
• Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for leadership, enabling informed business decisions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and other business partners to improve processes and deliver business outcome
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and tools to enhance efficiency and insight generation
• Ensure financial data integrity and alignment with company policies while maintaining a focus on enabling the business
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives aligned to business priorities
• Influence and support change management efforts across the organization
• Provide mentorship and professional development for team members
• Contribute to enterprise-wide finance initiatives and best practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level