Finance Operations Manager

Finance Operations Manager

Zelienople, PA (Hybrid) $120,000- $150,000

We are partnering with a growing industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their leadership team. This role offers a strong blend of accounting, finance, and operational analytics while working closely with cost managers and project managers across the organization.

Overview Of The Finance Operations Manager Role:

• Oversee and mentor a team of General Ledger Accountants
• Exposure to product costing
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Partner with operations, cost accounting, and project management teams to analyze financial performance and project profitability
• Manage and review accounting related to:
  • Direct and indirect tax
  • Capital expenditures (CAPEX)
  • Fixed assets and depreciation
  • Investments and financial analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Assist with process improvements and ERP optimization initiatives within SAP
• Prepare financial reporting and provide analytics to leadership

Preferred Qualifications For The Assistant Controller:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Experience within industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Blend of public accounting and private industry experience highly desired
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff
• SAP experience preferred
• Strong Excel and analytical skills

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