Supply Chain Finance Manager

Ascendo Resources; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking a Finance Manager, Supply Chain based in Miami with a hybrid schedule. The role focuses on integrating finance with supply chain operations, building complex models, and leading strategic financial reviews.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in FP&A or financial analysis within supply chain, plus advanced Excel, and BI tool experience (Tableau/Power BI/SQL). Cross-functional collaboration and reporting improvements are key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of FP&A or financial analysis experience, with at least 2 years supporting supply chain, manufacturing, or operations functions.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling (including sensitivity analysis for long-term planning).
• Demonstrated advanced Excel proficiency and experience with Tableau, SQL, and/or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly financial reviews, presenting performance analysis and identifying variance drivers.
• Recommend actions to improve efficiency, forecasting, planning, and analysis processes.
• Implement best practices in inventory management, forecasting, and production planning.
• Monitor KPIs related to supply chain efficiency, working capital, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Tech Ops and Accounting to ensure cohesive financial planning and execution.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

FP&A

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cross-functional partner

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

SAGE

Planful

Job description

An established life sciences company are looking to hire a Finance Manager, Supply Chain. This individual will support the Supply Chain finance area in the successful delivery of short-to-long-term initiatives aligning finance and operations in support of the organization's objectives. The role requires a blend of financial expertise, supply chain knowledge, and a passion for improving operational performance with analytical thinking and advanced modeling capabilities. This is a high-impact finance role supporting Supply Chain leadership, so we are looking for candidates who combine strong business partnership skills with deep technical and analytical capability.

The position is based in Miami and will be a Hybrid schedule. CANDIDATES MUST LIVE IN SOUTH FLORIDA

• The strongest candidates will have supported supply chain, manufacturing, or operations environments and will be comfortable working cross-functionally to connect financial outcomes with operational performance.
• Advanced Excel capability is a core requirement. The ideal candidate should be able to build complex financial models, perform scenario and sensitivity analysis, manage large datasets, and translate data into clear business insights.
• Candidates must have created new reporting tools from scratch, including financial models, dashboards, KPI scorecards, or automated management reporting that improved visibility and business decision-making.
• A proven track record of process improvement is essential. Strong candidates should be able to demonstrate how they streamlined reporting, forecasting, planning, or analysis processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision support.
• Someone with advanced analytical thinking who can move beyond reporting the numbers to identifying performance drivers, diagnosing root causes, and recommending practical actions to improve results.
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, Power BI, SQL, or similar business intelligence platforms is highly valuable, especially when paired with a strong foundation in FP&A, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Drive process improvements in financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis to enhance accuracy and efficiency, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
• Lead monthly financial reviews, presenting performance analysis, identifying drivers of variances, and recommending actions for improvement.
• Implement best practices in inventory management, forecasting, and production planning.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to supply chain efficiency, working capital, and cost optimization.
• Key participant in the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, ensuring that product supply plans are in accordance with long-term profitability and cash-flow targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Tech Ops, and Accounting, to ensure cohesive financial planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; Supply Chain certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in FP&A or financial analysis roles, with at least 2 years supporting supply chain, manufacturing, or operations functions, ideally within the medical device or biotech sectors.
• Strong analytical skills, with proven expertise in financial modeling (including sensitivity analysis for long-term planning), forecasting, and performance management.
• Demonstrable advanced Excel proficiency is required; advanced experience with Tableau, SQL, and/or Power BI is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in cost and variance analysis, supply chain forecasting, and budgeting is required.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes, inventory management, and cost accounting principles.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in ERP and financial planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, SAGE, Planful).

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in a matrixed organization.
• Familiarity with medical devices and/or biotech industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Innovative mindset, with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Self-starter mindset, ability to proactively search for solutions and bring forward recommendations for action.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in a matrixed organization.
• Strong background in inventory, cost accounting, supply planning, and integrated business planning.
• Advanced experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar BI/data visualization tools.
• Experience in medical devices, biotech, regulated manufacturing, or other complex operational environments with compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, SAGE, or Planful.