Finance Manager

Robert Half • Knoxville, TN • 6h ago

Description

Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis for a manufacturing environment for one of our client's in Knoxville, Tennessee. This position will play a key role in guiding budgeting activities, strengthening internal controls, and providing leadership with clear financial insights that support business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, and compliance, along with the ability to partner effectively across business operations.

Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans to support organizational goals.

Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring financial results are accurate, timely, and aligned with reporting standards.

Produce and analyze financial reports that provide leadership with meaningful insight into performance, risks, and opportunities.

Develop cash flow projections and monitor liquidity to help maintain sound financial operations and planning.

Partner with operational leaders to evaluate business performance, improve processes, and support informed decision-making.

Manage manufacturing cost accounting activities, including cost analysis, inventory-related reporting, and variance review.

Maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and control procedures.

Utilize SAP and related financial systems to support reporting, planning, and day-to-day finance operations.

A degree in finance or accounting and 5+ years of experience in a similar position is preferred MBA or CPA is a plus. The position will require someone to be 100% onsite and candidates must live in the Knoxville area. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required.

CPA designation preferred or strong equivalent accounting credentials.

At least 7 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.

Demonstrated background in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and FP& A.

Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing setting is required.

Working knowledge of SAP and financial systems used for reporting and analysis.

Strong understanding of compliance standards, internal controls, and SOX requirements.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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