Operations Finance Manager

LaSalle Network; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) and paid time off

Potential bonus eligibility

Job summary

A growing food manufacturing organization in the Denver area is seeking an experienced Operations Finance Manager to drive financial performance across manufacturing operations. This hybrid role involves analyzing costs, managing P&L performance, and influencing plant leadership. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in finance and significant experience in manufacturing finance, particularly within food or consumer goods. Competitive salary of $120,000 - $145,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of progressive finance experience within manufacturing operations.
• Food manufacturing, CPG or consumer goods experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of plant economics.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with plant operations and leadership.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and labor efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

LaSalle Network is hiring for an Operations Finance Manager to join a growing food manufacturing organization in the Denver area. This Operations Finance Manager will serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership, supply chain and senior stakeholders, driving financial performance across manufacturing operations. If you thrive in fast-paced, data-driven environments and enjoy translating numbers into action, this Operations Finance Manager opportunity offers visibility, impact and room to grow.

This role is hybrid in the office in the Denver area and is budgeted between $120,000 - $145,000 base salary based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with plant operations and leadership as the primary finance point of contact
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor efficiency, yields and overhead absorption
• Own plant P&L performance and explain monthly results versus budget and forecast
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and productivity
• Oversee standard costing, BOM accuracy, routings and labor standards
• Monitor inventory valuation, cycle counts, obsolescence and shrink
• Lead annual operating budgets, rolling forecasts and long-range planning
• Build financial models for capital investments, new products and process improvements
• Support KPI reporting, including OEE, scrap, throughput and labor efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
• 5–8+ years of progressive finance experience within manufacturing operations
• Food manufacturing, CPG or consumer goods experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management and plant economics
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience preferred
• Ability to influence non-finance partners and communicate clearly across teams

Benefits/Other

• Competitive base salary with potential bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) and paid time off
• High-visibility role with direct impact on operational decisions

If you’re an experienced Operations Finance Manager ready to make a measurable impact in a manufacturing environment, apply today.

Arden Dyer
Recruiting Lead
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker’s Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.