Senior Operations Finance Manager

Bright Innovation Labs • New Albany, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Operations Finance Manager is a strategic business partner with Operations. The role is responsible for manufacturing controlling, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, operational KPI reporting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position will play a critical role in improving profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency while supporting growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Advanced Excel Skills: Expertise in MS Excel, with the ability to use advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis techniques.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make recommendations based on data insights.
• Time Management and Organization: Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal teams.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in pricing and data management.
• Self-Motivated and Independent Work Style: Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage tasks effectively without direct supervision.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance
• Cost Accounting experience
• English language and knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. as a pre-condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification
• Experience working with ERP systems (Deacom, SAP, or similar)
• Experience within Beauty, Personal Care, Cosmetics, CPG or contract manufacturing industries
• Experience with LEAN Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with Power BI or other business intelligence platforms

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing controlling activities across production operations.
• Maintain and enhance standard costing methodologies, BOM structures, labor rates, and overhead allocation models.
• Analyze manufacturing variances including material usage, labor, yield, scrap, waste, and overhead absorption.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and product costing in compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with Plant Leadership to identify cost savings opportunities and improve operational profitability.
• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, manufacturing costs, and operational performance.
• Lead annual operating plans, budgets, and rolling forecasts for Operations functions.
• Develop financial models and operational scenarios to support capacity planning and investment decisions.
• Provide insights into labor productivity, production efficiency, and cost trends.
• Monitor performance against budget and explain key variances with actionable recommendations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and scorecards for manufacturing performance.
• Track and report key metrics including: Labor efficiency, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Yield and waste, Material consumption, Production throughput, Cost per unit, Inventory turns, Capacity utilization, Scrap and rework costs.
• Communicate performance trends to executive leadership and operations management.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner to Operations, Plant Management, Engineering, and Procurement teams.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, customer profitability, new product launches, and capital investment projects.
• Influence decision-making through fact-based recommendations and financial insights.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize manufacturing costs.
• Develop financial analyses and ROI assessments for operational improvement projects.
• Measure and report savings generated through continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and accounting standards.
• Support inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to manufacturing operations.

What This Job Offers

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