Plant Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Variance

Mindlance; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance in Massillon, OH, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial planning for a manufacturing unit. Under the Plant Controller, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and internal controls while partnering with production and CI teams.

SAP responsibilities will be a daily focus. You will develop the AOP, manage cost reporting, and support month-end close with KPI analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 3 years of experience in financial analysis or manufacturing finance within a plant or supply chain environment.
• Proven ability to manage financial planning, forecasting, and reporting cycles.
• Advanced SAP, Excel, and financial modeling tools; experience with 4Site is a plus.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data trends and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Effective communicator who can influence cross-functional leaders and present complex concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to act with urgency, ownership, and integrity in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including product cost standards updates and related schedules.
• Manage weekly and monthly cost reporting, including actual vs. forecasted results and distribution to management.
• Analyze and interpret variance to target for direct expenses with KPI breakdown.
• Identify and lead process improvements in financial planning and reporting systems.
• Partner with Continuous Improvement and Production teams to quantify and track savings in 4Site.
• Drive the month-end close process, including journal entries, SAP requirements, FAC review, and variance commentary.
• Perform financial analyses and scenario studies to support decision-making.
• Oversee and audit operational BOM accuracy throughout the year.
• Provide leadership for financial integrity and SAP responsibilities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

4Site

Job description

Mindlance in Massillon, OH, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial planning for a manufacturing unit. Under the Plant Controller, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and internal controls while partnering with production and CI teams.

SAP responsibilities will be a daily focus. You will develop the AOP, manage cost reporting, and support month-end close with KPI analysis.