Operations Accounting Manager
Core
Provide financial representation and support for a manufacturing facility, focusing on cost accounting, inventory valuation, budgeting, and performance analysis.
Role type
Operations Accounting Manager
Builds
Financial reports, cost models, and budget forecasts for plant operations
Domain
Manufacturing (Food Safety/Production)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost accounting, Inventory valuation, Financial reporting, Budgeting and forecasting, Variance analysis, Standard cost development, Internal controls compliance, ERP systems proficiency, Advanced Excel, Activity-based costing
Preferred skills
CPA or CMA certification, Food manufacturing experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote)
Responsibilities
Lead preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for plant operations; Analyze production cost data to provide insights for decision-making; Oversee plant cost accounting systems and monitor direct/indirect production costs; Develop and maintain standard cost systems for the plant; Oversee accuracy and valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory; Lead the annual budgeting process and develop rolling forecasts; Ensure plant financial operations comply with GAAP and industry regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA); Partner with plant management and operations teams to drive process improvements and optimize resource utilization.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC