Finance Manager – Manufacturing

Zytek Medsearch; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Zytek Medsearch is seeking a Finance Manager for a Central Illinois manufacturing operation near Springfield, IL. The role partners with Operations and Supply Chain to drive profitability, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.

You will lead planning, analysis, CAPEX, and cost control while mentoring the finance team. The position requires a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Business (Master's preferred), 7+ years of finance/cost accounting experience, and 2+ years of people leadership in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive finance/cost accounting experience.
• 2+ years of direct people leadership/management.
• Manufacturing or related operational experience required.
• Strong cost accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, AS400, MAPICS, Vista, ENCORE, Power BI) preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; able to convey financial data to non-financial leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead site financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and profit planning.
• Analyze financial and operating performance, including variances and KPIs.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on productivity and cost reduction.
• Lead CAPEX analysis for new projects and investments.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and cycle counts.
• Support SIOP, MRP, and production planning initiatives.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses for decisions.
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure ERP data accuracy and collaborate with Finance and FP&A teams.
• Lead, develop, and mentor finance team members.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

AS400

MAPICS

Vista

ENCORE

Power BI

Job description

Title: Finance Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Near Springfield, IL
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

We are seeking a Finance Manager to provide financial leadership for a Central Illinois manufacturing operation. This role partners closely with Operations and Supply Chain to drive profitability, cost efficiency, continuous improvement, and operational performance.

• Lead site financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and profit planning.
• Analyze financial and operational performance, including sales, production mix, variances, COGS, fixed/variable costs, and KPIs.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on productivity, cost reduction, quality, inventory, working capital, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead financial analysis for CAPEX, new projects, and operational investments.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, physical inventory, cycle counts, and cost absorption.
• Support SIOP, MRP, production planning, and facility/product improvement initiatives.
• Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support business decisions.
• Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure accurate financial and operational data within ERP systems.
• Partner with corporate Finance, Controllership, Shared Services, Payroll, and FP&A teams.
• Lead, develop, and mentor finance team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive finance/cost accounting experience.
• 2+ years of direct people leadership/management.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or similar operational experience required.
• Large plant with > 200 experience highly desirable
• Strong cost accounting, financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP, Oracle, AS400, MAPICS, Vista, ENCORE, and Power BI preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial leaders.
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Salary Expectation: 130K-160K + bonus, excellent benefits