Manufacturing Finance Manager

Nissin Foods•Gardena, CA

20d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Finance Manager serves as a strategic finance leader for Nissin Foods’ manufacturing operations, partnering closely with plant leadership, supply chain, and executive teams to drive informed decision-making and financial performance. This role is accountable for enterprise manufacturing financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and cost management companywide. The position provides executive-level insights that support operational excellence, financial discipline, and long-term business strategy across multiple manufacturing locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, plant finance, or operations-focused FP&A
Demonstrated experience managing manufacturing P&Ls and driving cost performance
Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting within a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to present and communicate financial insights to senior and executive leadership
Experience partnering directly with operational and plant leadership
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting systems; ERP experience required
Strong communication and influence skills with the ability to translate financial analysis into strategic guidance
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree in Finance or Accounting
Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations
Prior partnership with supply chain, sales, and planning organizations
Background in consumer packaged goods or food manufacturing
Experience delivering executive-level financial presentations
Strong strategic mindset with demonstrated cross-functional leadership and influence

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic finance business partner and co-pilot to manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial leadership, in close partnership with the Supply Chain Management Planning Director
Lead the manufacturing financial planning and forecasting process, ensuring timely, accurate, and responsive updates that reflect current business conditions
Maintain accountability for manufacturing P&L performance, including cost management, variance analysis, and identification of financial risks and opportunities
Provide consolidated financial analysis and performance insights across all Nissin Foods brands to support strategic and operational decision-making
Own the annual manufacturing budget process, aligning financial plans with operational priorities and enterprise objectives
Oversee the preparation and validation of financial reports in collaboration with brand and operations leadership prior to executive review
Deliver clear, data-driven financial insights to executive leadership, translating complex financial results into actionable business implications
Ensure financial models and forecasts remain dynamic and reflective of changing volumes, costs, and operational realities
Partner directly with plant directors to support performance management, resource planning, and operational decision-making
Provide strategic financial guidance to manufacturing and supply chain teams focused on cost efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, and Operations to ensure financial alignment with broader business strategy
Provide financial leadership across all manufacturing locations, including Gardena, CA; Lancaster, PA; and Greenville, SC