Sr Manager, Operations Finance - Central

Alphia•Bern, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Finance Operations Manager ensures accurate financial reporting, budget planning, and cost management for the Bern KS and Pawnee NE sites. They oversee financials, submit budgets and forecasts, and track performance metrics. By analyzing production orders and consumption variances, they provide insights into operational efficiency. This role also manages test runs, new SKUs, capital projects, and continuous improvement tracking, while collaborating with the Plant Managers as a strategic partner. Additionally, they oversee Finance Managers, Process Auditors, and cycle counters. Through these responsibilities, the Sr Finance Manager drives consistency, financial discipline, operational excellence, and strategic growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
4–6 years of accounting experience in a process manufacturing environment (food processing experience preferred).
Must be highly personable and comfortable working with all levels of the organization.
General understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
Experience with computerized ERP systems (SAGE X3 preferred).
Strong familiarity with computerized accounting systems and databases (SQL knowledge preferred).
Must be able to pass a credit check and a criminal background check.
Highly driven and proactive.
Strong oral and written skills for delivering excellent customer service and building relationships. Able to write reports and business correspondence and effectively communicate with managers, clients, and customers.
Professional and courteous when working with employees at all levels. Skilled in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and active listening while maintaining composure. Open to teamwork and constructive feedback.
Actively fosters a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging open communication and mutual respect. Promotes a positive workplace culture by supporting employee engagement, morale, and team-driven success.
Must uphold strict confidentiality regarding company financial information.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks, set goals, and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Capable of interpreting and analyzing data, applying mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions) to practical situations.
Able to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and multitask in a fast-changing environment.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to multiple plant and third-party warehouse locations as needed (10-15%).

Nice To Haves

Food processing experience preferred.
SQL knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage job work orders by tracking, closing, and costing to ensure accurate accounting of materials, labor, and overhead.
Analyze and report material usage variances (MUV), collaborating with the Site Director to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
Maintain inventory accuracy by supporting monthly reconciliation and overseeing maintenance assets.
Coordinate inventory counts, including cycle count programs and quarterly/year-end physical inventory assessments.
Generate monthly financial reports, comparing budget versus actuals and highlighting key performance indicators (e.g., scrap, regrind, headcount, facility and personnel costs).
Support accounts receivable by ensuring all shipping transactions are properly recorded in SAGE X3 with necessary documentation (e.g., bills of lading).
Ensure accounts payable accuracy by validating purchase receipts in SAGE X3.
Lead annual budget preparation and quarterly forecasting for the region in collaboration with Corporate Accounting and Site Directors.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure and key financial systems (e.g., SAGE X3, MX).
Oversee timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes.
Address inquiries related to financial results and special reporting requests.