Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Seeking a Finance professional for a manufacturing firm where your accounting and finance expertise will directly shape business performance and future growth. About Us: We are a long‑standing provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, supporting OEMs with a fully integrated suite of fabrication, machining, and finishing capabilities. Our operations span precision metalwork, CNC machining, laser technologies, welding, coatings, and assembly, all unified under a rigorous ISO‑certified quality framework. With flexible production volumes, rapid quoting, and dependable turnaround times, we serve customers who prioritize reliability, precision, and consistent manufacturing performance. About the Role: We are seeking a hands‑on Finance Professional who will play a critical role in building and scaling the accounting and finance functions. This individual will work closely with leadership and take ownership of accounting operations, cost accounting, and financial reporting, while developing FP&A capabilities to guide business decisions and support future growth into a leadership role. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day accounting operations (GL, month‑end close, financial reporting) Develop and maintain cost accounting processes (job costing, inventory, standard costing) Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and profitability Prepare and improve financial reporting packages Perform FP&A activities including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and financial modeling Provide insights on business performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization Support leadership with data‑driven recommendations Help build processes and structure within a growing organization About You: Prior accounting experience required Solid foundation and experience in financial accounting and reporting required Manufacturing experience preferred Proactive and self‑directed with strong analytical skills and a business mindset Background in nimble, small‑team environments; experience driving process improvements and building effective systems preferred Hands‑on, accountable, and eager to take ownership Growth mindset with interest in evolving into a leadership role Why work for us? High visibility role with direct exposure to leadership Opportunity to shape the finance function in a growing organization Entrepreneurial environment with clear pathways to leadership #J-18808-Ljbffr