Finance Manager

Finance ManagerOur client, a growing consumer products manufacturing company, is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. As a Finance Manager, you will be part of the Finance Department supporting executive leadership, sales, operations, and accounting teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to influence decision-making through data-driven insights.Location: Fort Wayne, INPay Range: $100,000 - $130,000 (DOE)What's the Job?Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and KPI reporting processes.Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, financial models, and business analytics.Analyze profitability, pricing, margins, commissions, and customer performance to identify risks and opportunities.Support monthly and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.Partner with leadership to drive strategic decision-making and continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.What's Needed?Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, CMA, MBA, or Master's degree preferred.5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, or FP&A experience.Advanced Excel skills and proven expertise with Power BI, financial modeling, and reporting tools.Experience supporting budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and business performance analysis.Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.What's in it for me?Opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and influence business strategy.High-visibility role with exposure across finance, sales, operations, and supply chain teams.Ability to drive process improvements and implement best-in-class financial controls.Work in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where your insights make an impact.Competitive compensation, benefits package, and career advancement opportunities.