Finance Manager - Operations and Supply Chain (Systems)

Systems, LLC.; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 97,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Short-term incentive plan

Job summary

Chamberlain Group is seeking a Finance lead to partner with dock equipment manufacturing and supply chain, driving budgeting, forecasting, and product costing. You will manage cost analyses, develop financial models, and ensure accurate landed costs across materials and operations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (MBA/CMA/CPA preferred), 5+ years of FP&A in manufacturing, and strong US GAAP knowledge. Travel up to 50% is possible within North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years financial planning, analysis, budgeting, modeling and forecasting in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong presentation and communication skills; ability to work in a cross-functional matrix environment.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and cost accounting processes.
• Experience with planning and reporting software (SAP/BPC) and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Finance lead/business partner to dock equipment manufacturing and supply chain teams.
• Manage annual budget, monthly forecasts, and scorecard metrics.
• Forecast and report material spend, labor, overhead, and cost reduction projects.
• Oversee end-to-end product costing and standard costs for new products.
• Lead S&OP process and provide month/YoY insight via KPIs.
• Ensure risk/control awareness and continuous improvement in finance processes.

Skills

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

US GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting processes

Planning and reporting software

Accounting systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA, CMA, or CPA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

BPC

Power BI

SAP ECC

Job description

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers.This role is within Chamberlain Group's Finance group. A successful incumbent is expected to:(i) Serve as finance lead/business partner to the dock equipment manufacturing and supply chain function in meeting their business and financial objectives(ii) Lead the analysis of monthly material, labor and overhead spending and costing results; identify trends and consolidate reporting for operations leadership(iii) Oversee development of financial models, monthly forecasts, and annual budget for all operations(iv) Manage the end-to-end product costing process, working cross functionally to establish and update product standard costs and support corporate reporting and planning requirements by providing all necessary cost information for operations.Requires 5+ years of financial planning, analysis, budgeting, financial modeling and forecasting experience and a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceResponsibilitiesServe as Finance lead/business partner to the dock equipment manufacturing and supply chain team in meeting their business and financial objectivesManage the development of the yearly budget, monthly financial forecasts, and scorecard metrics to drive appropriate and timely decision makingManage the development of the yearly budget, monthly forecasting and reporting of material spend, including PPV, labor and overhead spend, and cost reduction (productivity) projects; identify relevant trends and key drivers on the reasons for variances; advise senior leadership of cost opportunities and riskManage the end-to-end product costing process, working cross functionally to establish and update annual and new product standard costsIntegrate material cost, inbound transportation, duties and any other relevant cost to provide reliable landed cost on all materials for sourcing, NPD, product marketing and other interested users of this critical data.Support the dock equipment manufacturing and supply chain team in building strong and effective risk and internal control awareness; facilitate continuous improvement of risk management and control processesImplement process improvements to reduce finance business process cycle times, improve financial forecast quality, and enhance information provided to leadership for business decisionsManage the end-to-end product costing process, working cross functionally to establish and update annual and new product standard costsForecast and report inventory positions by facility as part of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processLead the preparation of monthly operational reviews and other recurring deliverablesOversee accuracy of the Manufacturing reporting package and KPIs; provide insight and analysis on month, year to date and full year results; compare actuals to Budget and ForecastDrive development of standardized reporting between Systems and CG as well as cost accounting procedures for proper make vs buy analysis.Serve as super user in Safelite, Power BI, SAP/ECC and BPC; train, test, and assist in the development of new functionalityComply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.Protect Chamberlain Group’s and Systems’ reputation by keeping information confidential.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.Minimum QualificationsEducation/Certifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experienceExperience:5+ years financial support in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong presentation and communication skillsAbility to work in a cross-functional matrix environmentAdvanced knowledge of US GAAPTechnical skill with accounting systemsAdvanced knowledge in Planning and Reporting software solutionsAdvanced knowledge of cost accounting processes and proceduresOther:Advanced English proficiencyAbility to travel extensively up to 50% of the time in North AmericaPreferred QualificationsEducation/Certifications:MBA, CMA, or CPAExperience:FPA & General Accounting experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Working knowledge of SAP and BPCThe pay range for this position is $96,800.00 - $156,050.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [e-mail]: Staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers directly.