Finance Lead

Finance Lead

Joplin, MO (hybrid schedule)

Job Description

We are seeking a Finance Site Lead to support plant operations and drive financial performance at a manufacturing facility. This role involves partnering closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, ensure strong financial controls, and support strategic decision-making. Responsibilities include ownership of budgeting and forecasting, month-end close support, cost accounting, and financial reporting. The Finance Site Lead will monitor plant performance, identify risks and opportunities, and help drive productivity and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires a hands-on approach, including engagement with plant operations, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights to support plant operations and strategic decision-making.

• Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with accounting standards.

• Own the budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking processes.

• Participate in month-end close processes focusing on accuracy and timeliness.

• Conduct cost accounting and financial reporting.

• Monitor plant performance and identify risks and opportunities.

• Engage with plant operations to translate financial data into actionable insights.

• Act as a finance partner to plant leadership, influencing decisions and providing insights.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in a plant environment, including standard costing, inventory, COGS, variance analysis, and understanding production drivers.

• Proficiency in finance management, cost accounting software, GAAP accounting, and financial planning & analysis.

• Strong Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and modeling.

• Experience working in an ERP environment such as Sage or SAP.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.

• 3+ years of related experience, with at least 1 year in a manufacturing environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work well on a team and build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.

• Experience with Sage or similar ERP systems.

• Experience working in a finance/accounting role within manufacturing.

• Experience with SAP in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven analytical and strategic skills.

• Highly motivated self-starter with strong organization and prioritization skills.

• Assertive, self-confident, and willing to offer opinions and insights.

• Initiative and ability to work independently and effectively with a team.

• Desire to work cross-functionally with all plant functions.

Work Environment

This is an on-site, plant-based manufacturing environment that is highly cross-functional, involving operations, supply chain, and leadership teams. The work setting is fast-paced with shifting priorities, combining desk work for financial analysis and reporting with time spent on the production floor. It offers a collaborative leadership environment with visibility to plant leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Joplin, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Joplin,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.