Job Title: Operational Finance Manager
Job Description
Join a global leader in life sciences as an Operational Finance Manager, where you will oversee all financial forecasting and planning activities within the operations function. You will support the division's financial reporting process and lead local finance initiatives related to operations, conducting economic analyses and communicating financial insights to both local and global leadership teams.
Responsibilities
Develop and distribute budget guidelines and submission templates for functional leaders.
Establish and communicate timelines for budget data submissions and related presentations.
Review initial budget submissions for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and present the annual budget for the operational site.
Collaborate with regional teams (finance and other functions) to resolve planning and forecasting issues.
Review and analyze monthly forecast submissions, comparing them to actual results, plans, and prior forecasts.
Provide consolidated monthly forecast updates to site management.
Prepare and present financial projections as needed.
Assist in creating financial reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
Compile monthly reporting packages and provide commentary on site performance.
Oversee the collection, processing, consolidation, and reporting of financial results.
Stay current with changes in reporting standards and accounting practices.
Develop and monitor the financial aspects of the site's strategic plan.
Communicate monthly financial results to management and recommend improvements when necessary.
Organize and prioritize tasks for the finance team, ensuring high-quality output.
Evaluate and propose cost reduction opportunities for the site.
Prepare materials and coordinate meetings with cost committees.
Participate in and promote financial initiatives within cost committees.
Conduct cost variance analyses at the site level.
Track and report on the progress of savings initiatives.
Support management by ensuring compliance and accuracy in regular financial reporting.
Develop and report on key financial metrics, assisting in the assessment of business performance.
Supervise the calculation and analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs).
Lead the development and maintenance of financial reporting systems and processes.
Undertake special financial projects and analyses as assigned.
Essential Skills
Strong skills in cost accounting and FP&A.
Experience in inventory accounting under the Standard Cost method.
Ability to report information to different stakeholders and hierarchy levels.
Good communication and planning skills, change management, and results orientation.
Strategic thinking and the ability to lead a team.
Understanding of discounted cash flow analysis, ROI, and payback.
Diverse understanding of accounting areas including cost accounting, distribution, sales & marketing, and R&D.
Knowledge of global accounting practices including foreign exchange, inter-company mark-ups, inter-company charges and allocations, and tax issues.
Proficiency in standard desktop software (Excel, PowerPoint, databases) and fully integrated ERP systems (Oracle Cloud preferred).
Effective delegation and distribution of assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups including the Global Finance organization, Sr Management outside of the Finance function, and the Executive Management group.
Ownership of significant issues as they arise.
Ability to make concise, effective, and professional presentations to Sr management.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Cost Accounting.
3+ years of experience in cost accounting/standard costs in a manufacturing plant environment.
6-8 years of overall accounting/finance experience.
CPA, CMA, and/or MBA preferred.
Experience managing and developing a team of accounting/finance professionals.
Work Environment
The position is based onsite in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, offering one day of remote work per week. The work hours are flexible, with a start time between 7-9 AM, totaling 8 hours per day. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Sponsorship for work visas is not available.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
Full Benefits including PTO, Paid Holidays, Bonus based on company performance, 1 work from home day, health insurance, 401k, etc.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Palm Beach Gardens,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
