Operations Finance Manager
On-site · Detroit, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Operations Finance Manager to lead central cost accounting for manufacturing, including monthly plant analyses, standards setting, inventory management, capital spending tracking, and daily/monthly operational reporting. Will manage a small group of central cost accountants and collaborate with plant management and plant controllers. Responsible for budgeting/forecasting, variance analysis, BOM/routings/overhead rate inputs within ERP, inventory valuation and working capital improvement, and month/quarter/year close processes. Requires Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in cost accounting or operations finance in manufacturing, 5+ years of supervisory experience, advanced Excel modeling, and strong partnering and communication skills. Eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Benefits include 401(k) with match, holidays, vacation, PTO, and comprehensive insurance offerings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Minimum of 7 years of Cost Accounting or Operations Finance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum of 5 years of Management/Supervisory experience
- Demonstrated experience owning standard cost maintenance and variance analysis in a standard cost environment
- Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills in Microsoft Excel, including building repeatable templates and reports
- Ability to lead through influence and provide review, guidance, and technical support to transactional teams without direct people management
- Strong business partnership skills with operations and supply chain, translating financial drivers into practical actions that improve performance
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present analyses clearly to diverse audiences
- Candidates with current work authorization in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship
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