Senior Financial Analyst

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 143,270,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Massillon, OH seeks a Financial Analyst to drive financial planning and reporting for a manufacturing unit. You will lead the Annual Operating Plan, manage cost reporting, and analyze variances to support action with production leadership.

The role requires aBachelor’s in finance or accounting and 3+ years in manufacturing finance, with advanced SAP/Excel skills; CPA/CMA/MBA preferred. This is a 1-year contract with exposure to SAP and 4Site systems.

Qualifications

• Variance analysis on process orders, daily/weekly reporting.
• 3+ years forecasting experience in manufacturing finance.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA/CMA/MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) including cost standards updates and schedules.
• Manage weekly and monthly cost reporting and distribution of reports to unit/plant management.
• Analyze and interpret variance to target for direct expenses with detailed KPI reporting.
• 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.

Skills

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Manufacturing finance

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP

4Site

Job description

Financial Analyst

Location: Massillon, OH

Duration: 1 year contract (contract only)

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00

Must Haves:

• Variance analysis on process orders, daily/weekly reporting
• prior manufacturing finance experience,
• Advanced Excel
• 3-4 years forecasting experience

Manufacturing at a Glance

Under the leadership of the Plant Controller, this role drives the financial planning and reporting processes for one of the operating units at the plant. The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial policies, strengthening internal controls, supporting operating budgets, and delivering accurate forecasting and performance reporting. As a key partner in the plant’s financial success, this position requires strong accountability, analytical insight, and a commitment to closing performance gaps to achieve results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including product cost standards updates (raw and pack yields, master recipes), bridging cost changes, and preparing all applicable AOP schedules
• Manage weekly and monthly cost reporting, including actual vs. forecasted results and distribution of reports to unit and plant manufacturing management
• Analyze and interpret variance to target for direct expenses; provide detailed reporting and KPI breakdown to plant leadership
• Identify and lead process improvements in financial planning and reporting systems
• Partner with Continuous Improvement and Production teams to quantify and track savings, ensuring accuracy within 4Site systems
• Drive the month-end close process, including journal entries, SAP requirements, FAC review, and preparation of insightful variance commentary
• Perform financial analyses and scenario studies to support decision-making
• Oversee and audit operational BOM accuracy throughout the year
• Actively contribute to the plant leadership team, offering training and support on financial information and business results
• Maintain strong internal controls aligned with corporate and compliance standards, ensuring effective inventory management
• Provide leadership for financial integrity, transactional accuracy, and SAP responsibilities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis

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 proficiency in 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

Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.