Assistant Finance Manager - NRO Operations

ASR Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager for its Non-Refining Operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a dynamic finance team, contributing to financial reporting and analysis while gaining insights into manufacturing processes. Ideal for finance professionals eager to enhance their skills, the position includes cross-training opportunities and potential for personal development through certifications. The company values teamwork and collaboration, fostering an environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact on the business. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and innovation in the finance sector.

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Vacation time

Sick time

Holiday time

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Finance and Accounting or CPA with public accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support financial closing processes and reporting for NRO operations.
• Assist in identifying cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Continuous Improvement

Teamwork & Collaboration

Data Analysis

Financial Analysis

Education

MBA or Advanced Degree

Associate Degree in Cost Accounting

CPA or CMA Certification

Tools

SAP ERP

Anaplan

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Assistant Finance Manager - NRO Operations

Location: Baltimore, MD, US

Date: Apr 4, 2025

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle’s and Sidul.

OVERVIEW

The Assistant Finance Manager Non-Refining Operations (NRO) position will be an integral member of the NRO Finance team. They will report to the Finance Manager of NRO Operations and be based at the Baltimore, MD refinery. This position is a key part of the talent pool development for the ASR Finance organization. This is an ideal role for an ambitious and motivated finance professional who wishes to deepen their understanding of manufacturing, while contributing to a leading global business and growing their career. As a strong believer in personal development, ASR has previously sponsored employees at this level to complete certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Anaplan (Business Planning software) and for top performers, MBAs. In addition, this individual will have the opportunity to work and cross-train with other Finance team members including refinery finance managers, financial systems team members, and Corporate FP&A team members at the Baltimore refinery.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serve as a problem solving and analytical resource for the NRO Finance Manager, Plant Managers, and plant leadership teams located in Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; and Nashville, TN.
2. Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing and reporting processes including month end accruals, purchase orders outstanding analysis, balance sheet reconciliations and presentation slides.
3. Learn to use SAP ERP, Financial Planning, Anaplan, SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI and Procure to Pay software systems.
4. Create the weekly metrics, support the Capital Asset and Approval for Expenditure process and the annual budget and business planning process.
5. Support and assist the Plant Managers and Operations Teams in identifying and quantifying cost savings opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives as well as tracking of key performance indicators.
6. Understand the manufacturing process and economics of the plant to provide timely and effective financial guidance and support.
7. Report and analyze monthly results of third-party packer, transfer station and outside warehouse locations within the supply chain group.
8. Assist the NRO Finance Manager and plant leadership teams to improve EBITDA of the company.

WORK EXPERIENCES

1. A minimum of 4 years of experience in Finance and Accounting
2. OR Licensed CPA with 2+ years public accounting experience
3. OR CMA with 4+ years cost accounting experience
4. Experience in financial closing and computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint presentations)

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Individuals with an associate degree would be considered if they have strong work experience in cost accounting, Information Technology and /or financial closing.
2. MBA or Advanced degrees preferred as well as CPA or CMA certifications.
3. Data Sleuth – approaches problems with an unbiased, objective, and data-first approach.
4. Effective Communication- able to communicate with stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
5. Highly Analytical - able to draw insights from large data sets.
6. Continuous Improvement–establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes.
7. Problem-Solving–anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
8. Grit, strong roll up your sleeves work ethic and ability to rebound from setbacks.
9. Teamwork & Collaboration–creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
10. A willingness to learn about our business, leaving your desk and spending time in a manufacturing environment.
11. Strong knowledge of financial and accounting concepts required.
12. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost accounting principles is a plus but not required.
13. Strong Excel / Power BI / PowerPoint skills – beneficial. A willingness to learn – essential.
14. Experience using SAP / Anaplan – beneficial. A willingness to learn - essential.
15. Organized and capable of prioritizing and managing multiple activities simultaneously.

LOCATION OF ROLE

1. Some travel to other sites (no more than 10% of time).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.