Operations Finance Director: Strategic Cost & Performance

Kemin Industries; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus opportunities

401(k) match program

Paid vacation and holidays

Health and wellness support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Kemin Industries in Des Moines is seeking a Finance Director – Operations to serve as the primary finance partner for global Operations. This senior role drives efficiency improvements, oversees operational finance, and ensures compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in a manufacturing environment, strong cost accounting skills, and a collaborative approach to leadership. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and wellness support.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in a manufacturing or operations-intensive environment.
• Proven ability to influence across business units without direct authority.
• Deep technical competency in cost accounting and operational finance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as finance leader and strategic partner to Kemin's global Operations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and local GAAP.
• Directly lead a team of finance professionals aligned to Operations.

Skills

Operational accounting

Cost analysis

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

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

Master's degree or CPA

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

BI tools

Job description

Kemin Industries in Des Moines is seeking a Finance Director – Operations to serve as the primary finance partner for global Operations. This senior role drives efficiency improvements, oversees operational finance, and ensures compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in a manufacturing environment, strong cost accounting skills, and a collaborative approach to leadership. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and wellness support.