Ascensionsearchpartners
Senior Manager Finance Operations
Ascensionsearchpartners, Denton, Texas, United States, 76205
With a high caliber network and track record of success in executive recruitment spanning over 60 years in the DFW metroplex, we know what companies need and the top talent desired to take an organization to the next level. We create career trajectory for you by providing career changing opportunities, not just another job out in the marketplace. With a founding member team of industry veterans and experts in executive placement of Finance, Accounting and Tax professionals, we introduce unique opportunities to you, allowing for the career advancement you may seek.Partnering with Ascension Search Partners also provides you with the tools to excel in interviews and beyond. Our highly experienced award winning executive recruitment team will give you the assistance needed to make your next interview a success. We work closely with you every step of the way on career advice, resume writing tips and improvements, and interview preparation and coaching. We are here to help you ascend and hit those career goals you have been targeting.Current Openings
Now is the time to elevate your game and advance your career! Ascension Search Partners has been engaged by a well established and industry leading manufacturing company who are hiring an Accounting & Finance Leader to drive financial performance at their DFW plant.This role will serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for the financial oversight, analysis, and strategic decision-making that drives the plant's financial performance. This role combines traditional plant controlling responsibilities with a strong emphasis on financial planning, analysis, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with deep expertise in finance, accounting, and cost management within a manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:Financial Leadership & StrategyAct as the financial business partner to the Plant Manager, providing insights and recommendations to drive financial performance and operational improvements.Develop, implement, and monitor financial strategies that align with corporate goals and objectives.Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with plant and corporate expectations.Perform detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, cost management, and performance metrics, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Develop and present financial models, scenarios, and reports to support decision-making and strategic planning.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to improve plant profitability and efficiency.Cost Accounting & ControlOversee the plant’s cost accounting functions, including standard cost setting, variance analysis, and inventory management.Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.Analyze production costs, material variances, and labor expenses to optimize resource utilization and drive cost savings initiatives.Operational Support & Continuous ImprovementCollaborate with operations teams to identify areas of improvement and provide financial guidance on capital investments, cost reduction initiatives, and process optimization.Lead initiatives to enhance financial systems, controls, and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Support Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives by providing financial data and analysis to measure effectiveness.Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.Drive accountability and performance within the finance team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, integrity, and compliance.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.7+ years of experience in plant or manufacturing finance, with a strong background in cost accounting and financial planning & analysis.Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting within a manufacturing environment.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.For years, we have built a reputation grounded in integrity and ethics while delivering a significant positive impact for our clients. We have partnered with candidates in their realization of greater career aspirations.If you are ready to elevate your game, bring on exceptional leadership capable of driving peak performance, have general inquiries about our search process or firm, please contact us by completing the form provided here. We look forward to hearing from you.25 Highland Park VillageSuite 100-745Dallas, Texas 75205214-501-1040
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Now is the time to elevate your game and advance your career! Ascension Search Partners has been engaged by a well established and industry leading manufacturing company who are hiring an Accounting & Finance Leader to drive financial performance at their DFW plant.This role will serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for the financial oversight, analysis, and strategic decision-making that drives the plant's financial performance. This role combines traditional plant controlling responsibilities with a strong emphasis on financial planning, analysis, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with deep expertise in finance, accounting, and cost management within a manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:Financial Leadership & StrategyAct as the financial business partner to the Plant Manager, providing insights and recommendations to drive financial performance and operational improvements.Develop, implement, and monitor financial strategies that align with corporate goals and objectives.Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with plant and corporate expectations.Perform detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, cost management, and performance metrics, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Develop and present financial models, scenarios, and reports to support decision-making and strategic planning.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to improve plant profitability and efficiency.Cost Accounting & ControlOversee the plant’s cost accounting functions, including standard cost setting, variance analysis, and inventory management.Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.Analyze production costs, material variances, and labor expenses to optimize resource utilization and drive cost savings initiatives.Operational Support & Continuous ImprovementCollaborate with operations teams to identify areas of improvement and provide financial guidance on capital investments, cost reduction initiatives, and process optimization.Lead initiatives to enhance financial systems, controls, and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Support Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives by providing financial data and analysis to measure effectiveness.Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.Drive accountability and performance within the finance team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, integrity, and compliance.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.7+ years of experience in plant or manufacturing finance, with a strong background in cost accounting and financial planning & analysis.Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting within a manufacturing environment.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.For years, we have built a reputation grounded in integrity and ethics while delivering a significant positive impact for our clients. We have partnered with candidates in their realization of greater career aspirations.If you are ready to elevate your game, bring on exceptional leadership capable of driving peak performance, have general inquiries about our search process or firm, please contact us by completing the form provided here. We look forward to hearing from you.25 Highland Park VillageSuite 100-745Dallas, Texas 75205214-501-1040
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