Operations Finance Manager

Position Summary The Operations Finance Manager plays a critical role at the intersection of finance, operations, and decision‑making. This position partners closely with Operations, Engineering, and cross‑functional leaders to deliver clear, timely, and actionable insights into product costing, inventory performance, and manufacturing efficiency. This is an opportunity for an experienced operations finance professional to own and modernize costing and inventory processes, influence how the business evaluates performance, and help shape scalable, data‑driven practices across the organization. The role combines hands‑on leadership with continuous improvement, analytics, and systems enablement. Key Responsibilities Drive Costing and Operational Insight Own and continuously improve product costing, inventory valuation, and conversion cost methodologies to ensure accuracy, transparency, and decision usefulness Maintain and evaluate standards, bills of materials, and scrap factors in alignment with production processes and corporate policies Lead month-end inventory close activities and ensure timely, accurate cost reporting Analyze material price movements, variances, and trends, translating results into insights for Operations and Finance leadership Develop daily and soft-close processes that improve visibility into operational performance and conversion costs Investigate inventory losses and operational variances, identify root causes, and partner with Operations to drive improvement Lead Budgeting and Forecasting Lead, develop, and manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for raw materials and operations expenses Support data governance and maintenance within the ERP system and expansion of software capabilities Strengthen Inventory Processes and Procedures Design, document, and maintain inventory-related policies, procedures, and internal controls Monitor adherence to controls and processes, strengthening accuracy and compliance Build strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and its integration points with MES and CMMS platforms Develop People and Build Culture Mentor and develop finance team members, foster continuous learning and skill growth Contribute to a positive, engaged, and collaborative team environment Support goal setting, performance tracking, and development planning for the team Deliver Ad-hoc Analysis and Business Support Provide customized reporting and analysis related to inventory, costing, and cost of goods sold Partner with Operations and Engineering to evaluate scenarios, initiatives, and improvement opportunities Support data-driven decision-making across the organization Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, analytics, and modern tools Other duties as assigned. Qualifications And Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college is required Minimum of 5 years of work experience in cost accounting with previous supervisory experience is required Manufacturing or operations finance experience strongly preferred Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred Experience with Power BI and Power Automate is a plus Exposure to Office Scripts, VBA, and/or macros is a plus Skills and Competencies Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, nested formulas, and analytical modeling Interest in applying automation, data, and AI-enabled tools within finance workflows Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with all organizational levels Strong organizational and analytical skills Self-directed, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities Company Overview Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand. At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect. At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared. To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes: A no deductible, $0premium option for employee only medical coverage Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off Paid time for volunteering and community involvement Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities Fitness and wellness incentives And more. Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Daisy Brand