Manufacturing Finance Lead - Cost Optimization (Hybrid)

Talentify; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheem North America is seeking a Manager of Finance in Atlanta, GA, operating in a hybrid model with in-office days Monday–Thursday and remote Fridays. You will drive financial planning, cost accounting, and performance analysis to optimize plant profitability and support strategic decisions.

You will partner with operations and supply chain leaders, build robust financial models, and lead budgeting and forecasting aligned with production plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience with significant exposure to manufacturing operations.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in standard costing and cost accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and partner with senior operational leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual operating plan, budgeting, and monthly forecasting processes aligned with production volumes and goals.
• Develop volume-driven financial models linking production output, labor, overhead, and costs.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership to identify risks and opportunities.
• Deliver monthly and quarterly financial performance reporting for manufacturing operations.
• Provide detailed variance analysis including volume, mix, efficiency, and cost drivers.
• Translate financial results into actionable recommendations to improve performance.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Cost accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Rheem North America is seeking a Manager of Finance in Atlanta, GA, operating in a hybrid model with in-office days Monday–Thursday and remote Fridays. You will drive financial planning, cost accounting, and performance analysis to optimize plant profitability and support strategic decisions.

You will partner with operations and supply chain leaders, build robust financial models, and lead budgeting and forecasting aligned with production plans.