manufacturing financial analyst

Lassonde

<div>Lassonde Pappas &amp; Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we&rsquo;ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!<div>
To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you&rsquo;re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!</div><div></div><div> 
We value each of our employees&rsquo; total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life &amp; Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!</div><div> 
POSITION SUMMARY</div><div>
The Manufacturing Financial Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial performance, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and providing insights to improve cost efficiency and operational profitability within manufacturing operations. This role reports to the Director, Supply Chain and Operations FP&amp;A, and partners closely with production, supply chain, and manufacturing leadership teams. This position is based out of our Hendersonville, NC location.</div><div></div><div> 
Primary Responsibilities include:</div><div><ul><li>
Analyze manufacturing costs including labor, materials, and overhead</li><li>
Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports</li><li>
Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning</li><li>
Monitor and report on variances (actual vs. budget/forecast), identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions.</li><li>
Partner with operations to evaluate production efficiency and KPIs</li><li>
Assist in inventory analysis, including valuation and turnover</li><li>
Support standard cost development and updates</li><li>
Perform profitability analysis by product line, plant, or customer</li><li>
Maintain and analyze standard costs, including labor, overhead, and material cost components</li><li>
Evaluate manufacturing cost performance, including scrap, yield, absorption, and production variances</li><li>
Partner with operations to evaluate production efficiency, capacity utilization, and cost-saving opportunities</li><li>
Conduct financial modeling to support business decisions and capital expenditure (Capex) projects, including ROI, NPV, and payback analysis</li><li>
Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Minimum Required Qualifications</h1><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field</li><li>
2&ndash;5+ years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or manufacturing finance</li><li>
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred</li></ul></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Additional Preferred Qualifications</h1><div><ul><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing processes</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling)</li><li>
Experience with ERP systems, preferably QAD</li><li>
Understanding of financial statements and variance analysis</li><li>
Strong communication skills to translate financial data into business insights</li><li>
Attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul></div><div> 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS &amp; WORKING CONDITIONS</div><div>
This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a typical office setting, driving a motor vehicle</div><div></div> 
FREQUENT: sitting, upward and downward flexion of neck; fine finger dexterity and light to moderate finger pressure to include extended periods of keyboard and mouse use, side-to-side turning of neck, walking, standing, bending and stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting at waist, moderate wrist torque to twist equipment knobs and dials.<div>
OCCASIONAL: squatting, kneeling, reach above and at shoulder height, moderate grasp to manipulate reference books and manuals; lifting objects weighing 20 &ndash; 35 lbs. from below waist to above shoulders and transporting distances up to 50 feet.</div><div></div><div> 
VISION: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction.</div><div></div><div><div> 
HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.</div></div><div></div><div> 
This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.</div><div> 
Lassonde Pappas &amp; Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</div><div> 
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.</div></div>

Manufacturing Financial Analyst - ON-SITE Beverage Manufacturing

Kraft Heinz

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels! 
 
Financial Analyst, FP&amp;A at a Glance&hellip;.
 
Financial Analyst, FP&amp;A &ndash; Manufacturing will be a key finance role to support the company's efforts to deliver savings commitments throughout Manufacturing operations. This individual will be a key business partner to central and manufacturing owners, leaders, and budget owners. We need this person to take an ownership role in the monthly close process as well as supporting the annual &amp; long term (3 Years) budget planning. He/she will work across the organization to create optimal processes and tools, initiates analytical projects to identify savings opportunities and will lead cross-functional efforts through managing Operations and Finance teams to deliver &amp; report accurate savings commitments, and risk and opportunities.
What&rsquo;s on the menu?
<ul><li>Own the ongoing rituals &amp; routines and look for opportunity to improve financial processes
</li><li>Owns current financial reporting models and has the ambition to implement new efficiencies where applicable, to drive an optimal balance of precision and timeliness
</li><li>Key participant in the annual budget process and monthly forecast process; focused on identifying risks and opportunities for the logistics portfolio
</li><li>Will lead &amp; support analytical projects to identify potential savings, partnering with package owners and leads to deliver savings commitments
</li><li>Partners with functional teams to integrate budgets and forecasts into business reviews
</li><li>Lead monthly dialogue with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of KHC results
</li><li>Key support contact to NA operations team for ad hoc &amp; routine requests to support business needs
</li><li>Partner with Global team to deliver visibility over NA Logistics &amp; Manufacturing financials
</li><li>Assist with monthly visibility for Monthly Performance Reviews with Leadership (MPRs)
</li></ul>Recipe for Success &ndash; apply now if this sounds like you!
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting
</li><li>Minimum 1 year Excel and financial systems acumen
</li><li>Minimum 1 years Financial Planning / Forecasting experience
</li><li>VBA/automation, Tableau Architect, and SAP experience is strongly preferred
</li><li>Strong communication &amp; influencing skill sets, with a proven ability to work across organization verticals &amp; horizontals to meet business needs
</li><li>An active learner and ambitious individual who will take pride and ownership of both short-term &amp; long-term objectives
</li><li>Able to work in a fast-paced environment
</li><li>Willing to take on challenges and is a problem-solver
</li></ul>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
<ul><li>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</li><li>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</li><li>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</li><li>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</li></ul>Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center 
 
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.</div>

Financial Analyst, FP&A - Manufacturing

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

<div>Senior Financial Analyst<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
The Company</h2>
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We&rsquo;re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America&rsquo;s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today&rsquo;s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you&rsquo;ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you&rsquo;re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.</h1>
Job Description
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for providing timely financial and operational analysis in a dynamic, lean manufacturing environment. In this role you will analyze results, identify trends, develop reports, and communicate your findings to members of senior management and business partners in an organized and effective manner. The Senior Financial Analyst will also be responsible for process improvements, booking journal entries, and performing account reconciliations. The role will also involve various ad-hoc projects based on the current business needs.
This role will support our Drinking Water Business Unit that is mainly based in our Freeport, IL facility. This position can be located at either our our Freeport, IL facility or our Downers Grove, IL corporate office with travel expectations of 25% to Freeport, IL.
Key Accountabilities<ul><li>
Responsible for various month-end closing responsibilities such as journal entries and perform general ledger reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner.</li><li>
Monitors financial and business KPI&rsquo;s throughout the month and produces consolidated reports; summarizing and analyzing actual results against forecast and budget.</li><li>
Review P&amp;L activity and variances for completeness and accuracy.</li><li>
Assist management and business partners in analyzing trends and variances to ensure accurate forecast expectations are being set for the businesses.</li><li>
Responsible for setting and maintaining standard costs.</li><li>
Perform analysis on advisability of expenditure via ROI calculations.</li><li>
Account level and labor efficiency forecast development for our business unit locations.</li><li>
Provide appropriate data analysis to assist management and work with various business partners for annual budget and strategic planning processes.</li><li>
Manage critical elements of financial internal control environment, support annual and internal audit requests.</li><li>
Supports execution of annual physical inventory process.</li></ul>
Qualifications/Requirements<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting or Finance.</li><li>
5+ years of accounting/finance experience, manufacturing cost accounting experience preferred.</li><li>
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate to expert Excel skills; experience working with large data sets; able to manipulate and organize effectively and efficiently</li><li>
Knowledge and experience in ERP or MRP business system, with Oracle experience preferred</li><li>
Excellent organizational, planning, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>
Strong problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks.</li><li>
Highly motivated with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, continuous improvement environment (can handle time-sensitive tasks with accuracy and efficiency).</li></ul>
Capabilities and Success Factors<ul><li>
Business Insight &ndash; Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization&rsquo;s goals.</li><li>
Manages Complexity &ndash; Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.</li><li>
Drives Results &ndash; Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.</li><li>
Ensures Accountability &ndash; Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.</li><li>
Instills Trust &ndash; Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li></ul>
The compensation range identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on compensable factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.
The Salary Range: $83,000 - $113,000<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Total Rewards and Benefits</h2><ul><li>
Competitive Salary</li><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&amp;D, and Life Insurance</li><li>
Matching 401(k) Contribution</li><li>
Health Savings Account</li><li>
Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)</li><li>
12 Paid Holidays</li><li>
Annual Bonus Eligibility</li><li>
Educational Reimbursement</li><li>
Matching Gift Program</li><li>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan &ndash; purchase company stock at a discount!</li></ul>
**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**
Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran</div>

Senior Financial Analyst

Ferrero

<div>
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 We have a current opening for a Financial Analyst and are actively reviewing applications.
 
 
 The Financial Analyst role ensures ongoing analysis of local production performance and efficiencies.
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 INDUSTRIAL COSTS/ANALYSIS
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure ongoing analysis of progress and variance of resources used in production and production efficiency;
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare the corresponding reports
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 MONTH END
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Execute Month-end close procedure
 </li>
 <li>
 Liase with Maintenance, Administration, and Central to meet Group close timelines (Local and Central level)
 </li>
 <li>
 Execute Assessments and cycles &ndash; correcting and troubleshooting with IT and Central functions if required
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Preparation of all necessary information for availability of preliminary budget;
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparation of proposal for discussion and subsequent approval of preliminary budget.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 BUDGET PREPARATION
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advanced preparation of documentation and compilation of data;
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Head of Production Unit in creating the budget proposals;
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in discussions regarding the budget with Central Operations Office.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 FINAL ANALYSIS (MONTH/YEAR END)
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor variations in costs and share significant shifts with various Departments and Head of the Production Unit;
 </li>
 <li>
 Suggest and initiate necessary corrective actions to realign within budget;
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparation of evaluation and final results.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 REPORTING
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Preparation of internal reports and reports for other Ferrero Units;
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparation of specific budget progress reports pertaining to (personnel, energy, equipment depreciation, overhead, etc.);
 </li>
 <li>
 Month-end Reporting Package Preparation (Co-generation, FOX, Monthly variances)
 </li>
 <li>
 Communication of Variances and Results to Production AGs, highlighting key trends to UGPs
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 MONTHLY VARIANCES
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create database for Monthly Variances
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze and report variances &plusmn; 1000 CAD
 </li>
 <li>
 Activate or support action plan to reduce variances
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 About You:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Mathematics or Statistics preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 3+ years of experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of SAP
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of Excel
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of production process including phases, cycles, production models and Ferrero information systems related to production
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of Costing
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in Inventory Control
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in a Manufacturing environment
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
 
 
 As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.
 
 
 
 Our Benefits &amp; Perks:
 
 
 
 Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here.
 
 
 The base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
 
 
 In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
 
 
 
 About Ferrero:
 
 
 
 Ferrero began its journey in the small town of
 
 Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946.
 
 Today, it is one of the world&rsquo;s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many
 
 iconic brands
 
 sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
 
 
 
 DE&amp;I at Ferrero:
 
 
 
 Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
 
 
 Find out more here.
 
 
 Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
 
 
 Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People &amp; Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
</div>

Financial Analyst

Proterial

<div>Location:
Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia
Job ID:
R0123311
Date Posted:
2026-04-20
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Production &amp; Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity
The Manufacturing Analyst position presents an exciting opportunity for a highly analytical professional to become the strategic backbone of factory operations, acting as the &ldquo;eagle eye&rdquo; across the entire end‑to‑end manufacturing and supply chain process. This role sits at the heart of Operations, transforming raw data from SAP and MES into powerful Power BI dashboards that provide real‑time visibility into production, planning, and warehouse performance. Beyond reporting, the Manufacturing Analyst actively identifies bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and grey areas, serving as an early warning system when operational targets are at risk. The position offers strong exposure to senior factory management through regular presentation of actionable insights, escalation of risks, and follow‑up on corrective actions. In close collaboration with Continuous Improvement teams, the analyst helps shape improvement roadmaps by developing data‑driven business cases and project charters. For candidates who enjoy combining data, operations knowledge, and stakeholder leadership, this role provides a high‑impact platform to drive operational excellence, influence strategic decisions, and deliver measurable performance improvements across the factory. 
 
How you&rsquo;ll make an impact 
As a Manufacturing Analyst, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence and enabling fact‑based decision‑making across the factory. Your impact will include:
<ul><li>Delivering daily operational visibility through accurate SAP and MES data extraction and high‑impact Power BI dashboards.
</li><li>Monitoring end‑to‑end factory Key performance Indicators across Production, Planning, and Warehouse operations with a clear &ldquo;A‑to‑Z&rdquo; lens.
</li><li>Identifying performance risks early and escalating KPI deviations before operational targets are missed.
</li><li>Translating complex manufacturing data into clear, actionable insights for senior factory leadership.
</li><li>Supporting cross‑functional alignment and execution by communicating findings and ensuring corrective actions are implemented and closed.
</li><li>Enabling continuous improvement initiatives by highlighting high‑impact opportunities requiring structured CI projects.
</li><li>Developing business cases and financial justifications to support CI projects and capital investment decisions.
</li><li>Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
</li>Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
Your background
<ul><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Data analytics or a related technical discipline.
</li><li>3 to 5 years of relevant experience in: Manufacturing operations, Supply Chain analytics, Operations planning or Industrial performance roles.
</li><li>Experience in data-driven operational roles within a plant of multi-site manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written in English &amp; Arabic language is required.
</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with ERP System, preferably: SAP S/4HANA
</li><li>Experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for shop-floor and production data.
</li><li>Strong understanding of master data, transactional data, and data integrity within ERP/MES environments.
</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with proficiency in Power BI.
</li><li>Experience standardizing Daily, weekly and monthly operational KPIs (Warehouse, Production, Planning).
</li><li>Strong ability to:
 <ul><li>Analyze operational trends and variances.
</li><li>Identify root causes of operations issues.
</li><li>Measure Manufacturing Operations efficiency.
</li></ul></li><li>Customer-Oriented Mindset with focus towards Operations, Planning, Warehouse and CI teams.
</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written in English &amp; Arabic language is required.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2></div>

Manufacturing Analyst

Austin Powder

<div>Business Analyst - Manufacturing
Overview
This role sits at the intersection of finance and operations, owning the accuracy and transparency of product costing and manufacturing performance across the business. This individual will act as a key partner to finance and operations teams, developing and maintaining robust product costing models, analyzing manufacturing performance, and delivering actionable insights to improve margins.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on analyst who understands how to translate operational activity into financial outcomes. He/she will help the organization gain a deeper understanding of product costs, manufacturing variances, and plant-level profitability, while supporting more accurate forecasting and decision-making. Additionally, the analyst will play a key role in developing dashboards that enhance financial fluency and highlight priority areas for improvement. This role will require regular interaction with plant operations, providing direct visibility into manufacturing processes and cost drivers.
This individual will exhibit strong curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance costing accuracy, streamline processes, and unlock margin across the business.
Key Responsibilities and Duties<ul><li>
Serve as a business partner to finance, operations, and plant leadership teams</li><li>
Identify cost savings opportunities and support implementation of improvement initiatives</li><li>
Leverage analytics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities</li><li>
Provide cost-based recommendations for pricing decisions through detailed cost and margin analysis</li><li>
Analyze customer and product line sales and profitability to highlight trends, margin performance, and strategic opportunities for growth, supporting commercial and operational decision‑making</li><li>
Provide clear performance insights by breaking down results into price, volume, mix, inflation, and productivity drivers, ensuring leadership understands the underlying levers impacting outcomes</li><li>
Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and provide clear explanations of drivers</li><li>
Track manufacturing KPIs including OEE, cost per unit, inventory turns</li><li>
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to improve visibility into manufacturing performance</li><li>
Partner in forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning</li><li>
Build product and plant profitability analysis</li><li>
Support capital investment analysis including ROI and payback modeling</li><li>
Participate in process improvement initiatives within finance and operations</li><li>
Assist in system enhancements related to costing, ERP, and reporting tools</li><li>
Prepare and present analysis to finance and operational leadership</li><li>
Lead or support high-impact special projects as assigned</li><li>
Act as a financial translator between finance and operations to drive better decision-making</li><li>
Assisting with scenario planning and ad hoc financial analysis</li><li>
This is an office-based role with limited remote flexibility, and travel may be required</li></ul>
Education and Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.</li><li>
2&ndash;5+ years of experience in finance, cost accounting, or business analysis</li><li>
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with exposure to plant operations preferred</li><li>
Demonstrated progressive responsibility throughout career, with increasing scope and impact</li><li>
Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing finance concepts</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills with ability to analyze large datasets and build models, proficient in PowerPoint</li><li>
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)</li><li>
Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools preferred</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to translate data into actionable insights</li><li>
Strong communication skills with ability to partner across functions and influence without authority</li></ul>
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities<ul><li>
Focuses on delivering measurable cost improvements and operational insights</li><li>
Maintains strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines</li><li>
Analytical &amp; Data-Driven
</li><li>Translates complex data into clear, actionable recommendations</li><li>
Uses data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities</li><li>
Business Partnership
</li><li>Builds strong relationships with operations and finance teams</li><li>
Works collaboratively to drive improvements and influence outcomes</li><li>
Continuous Improvement Mindset
</li><li>Proactively identifies process inefficiencies and opportunities for optimization</li><li>
Supports automation and standardization of reporting and analysis</li><li>
Technology &amp; Tools
</li><li>Leverages analytics, dashboards, and automation tools to improve decision-making</li><li>
Enhances data visibility and accessibility across the business</li><li>
Clear Communication
</li><li>Presents financial insights in a clear and concise manner</li><li>
Communicates effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders</li><li>
Key Personal Attributes
</li><li>Curious and inquisitive, always seeking deeper insights</li><li>
Detail-oriented with strong ownership of work</li><li>
Driven to improve processes and outcomes</li><li>
Strong work ethic with a hands-on approach</li><li>
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude</li><li>
Proactive and action-oriented with a sense of urgency</li><li>
Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Self-starter with a desire to learn and grow</li></ul>
What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)
<ul><li>Establish clear visibility into manufacturing variances with actionable insights understood by both finance and operations</li><li>
Developed dashboards and reporting tools that are actively used by plant and finance leadership to drive decisions</li><li>
Identified and supported measurable cost savings and efficiency improvement initiatives</li><li>
Strengthened alignment between finance and operations through regular engagement and data-driven discussions</li><li>
Provided meaningful input into pricing decisions through accurate cost and margin analysis</li><li>
Enhanced forecasting accuracy by incorporating operational drivers and cost trends</li><li>
Streamlined and automated manual reporting processes to improve efficiency and scalability</li></ul>
Work Environment and Physical Demands<ul><li>
Occasionally travel as business needs arise.</li><li>
Physical demands include sitting for extended periods of time while frequently typing, viewing computer screens and use of mouse/keyboard.</li><li>
Operation of office equipment to include but not limited to telephones, printers, copiers, and scanners.</li><li>
Repetitive motion of data entry, hand, finger wrist motion and dexterity.</li><li>
May include filing and handling paperwork may involve reaching, grasping, or bending.</li><li>
Will require walking and standing during the office hours.</li><li>
Good vision for reading and screen use.</li><li>
Clear verbal communication and active listening, often over the phone or video calls.</li></ul>
Location<ul><li>
Beachwood, OH</li><li>
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am &ndash; 5pm ET. Currently, operating under a hybrid schedule with in-office days M-T-W and remote on Thursday and Friday. The hybrid schedule is subject</li></ul> 
AUSTIN POWDER's Mission
To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.
AUSTIN POWDER's Vision
We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.
AUSTIN POWDER's Values
Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.
This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.
Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.</div>

Business Analyst - Manufacturing

Alinabal, LLC

<div>POSITION TITLE: Operations Finance Analyst 
REPORTS TO: VP of Finance 
About Us:
Alinabal is a precision manufacturing company known for producing high-quality components used in demanding applications where reliability and performance matter. With a strong reputation built on craftsmanship, engineering expertise, and operational excellence, our team works closely across disciplines to continuously improve how we design, manufacture, and deliver our products.
As the company continues to grow, we are strengthening our financial and operational insight to support better decision-making across the business. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a collaborative environment where data, operations, and strategy come together to drive meaningful results. 
Position Summary: 
The Operations Finance Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization&rsquo;s financial performance through accurate cost accounting, operational analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This role partners closely with operations, supply chain, and leadership to improve margin visibility, inventory management, and overall business efficiency.
This position is ideal for an analytical professional who enjoys working at the intersection of finance and operations within a manufacturing environment. 
Responsibilities:
Cost Accounting &amp; Inventory Management<ul><li>
Maintain and analyze standard costs, bills of material, and routing structures</li><li>
Monitor material, labor, and overhead variances and identify root causes</li><li>
Support inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes</li><li>
Analyze inventory turns, excess/obsolete inventory, and working capital trends</li><li>
Partner with operations to improve cost accuracy and manufacturing efficiency</li></ul>
Financial Analysis &amp; Reporting<ul><li>
Prepare margin analysis by product line, customer, and business unit</li><li>
Support monthly close with cost accounting entries and reconciliations</li><li>
Develop dashboards and KPIs to support operational decision-making</li><li>
Provide ad-hoc financial modeling and scenario analysis</li><li>
Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>
Work directly with production, procurement, and engineering teams</li><li>
Support quoting and pricing decisions with cost data</li><li>
Help identify cost savings opportunities and efficiency improvements</li><li>
Translate financial data into actionable insights for non-finance leaders</li></ul>
Process Improvement<ul><li>
Identify opportunities to improve financial and operational processes</li><li>
Support ERP enhancements and data integrity initiatives</li><li>
Assist with automation and reporting improvements</li></ul> 
Skills and Qualifications:
Education &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>
2&ndash;5 years of relevant experience (manufacturing strongly preferred)</li><li>
Cost accounting or inventory experience preferred</li><li>
CPA or CMA progression is a plus (not required)</li></ul>
Technical Skills<ul><li>
Strong Excel and data analysis skills</li><li>
ERP experience (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)</li><li>
Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers</li><li>
Knowledge of GAAP inventory and cost accounting principles</li></ul>
Core Competencies<ul><li>
Analytical thinking and attention to detail</li><li>
Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving mindset</li><li>
Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial teams</li><li>
Collaborative and team-oriented</li><li>
Continuous improvement mindset</li></ul> 
Other Details:
ADA Compliance: Alinabal is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees who require accommodations or have work restrictions will be supported through an interactive process to ensure safe and effective performance of essential job functions. 
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 
Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.</div>

Operations Finance Analyst

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