Finance Manager, Operations

Location: New Troy, MIDepartment: FinanceReports To: Director of FinanceJoin Our TeamVickers Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Finance Manager, Operations to serve as a key business partner to plant leadership and operations teams. This position plays a critical role in driving financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, inventory accounting, reporting, cost analysis, and internal controls within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.The ideal candidate will have strong manufacturing finance experience, a deep understanding of inventory and cost accounting, and the ability to collaborate across departments to improve operational and financial results.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & AnalysisLead the annual budgeting process and support cost center managers through detailed financial analysis and insights.Develop and manage monthly forecasts, annual operating plans, and long-range financial planning activities.Analyze plant financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.Deliver weekly, monthly, and annual financial reporting packages for plant.Perform detailed variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.Financial Reporting & Close ProcessManage and support month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and reporting.Ensure financial results are accurate, timely, and in compliance with GAAP and company policies.Analyze income statement and balance sheet results to identify key business trends and risks.Support internal and external audit activities.Cost Accounting & Inventory ManagementOversee inventory valuation and costing activities, including standard costing, usage variances, and reserve calculations.Manage inventory reserves, including Excess & Obsolete (E&O), and other inventory-related reserves.Monitor capitalization variances, PPV, inventory adjustments, and scrap reporting processes.Ensure inventory accounting practices comply with company policies and internal controls.Partner with operations and inventory control teams to improve inventory accuracy and reduce waste.Operational Business PartnershipBuild strong relationships across operations, engineering, supply chain, human resources, and plant leadership teams.Serve as a trusted financial advisor to operations leadership.Drive transparency and accountability through key performance indicators and operational metrics.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, productivity improvement, and process optimization.Internal Controls & ComplianceMaintain a strong internal control environment through controls testing, balance sheet reviews, and process standardization.Support compliance initiatives and process documentation efforts.Assist with the optimization and maintenance of financial systems, procedures, policies, and reporting tools.Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and business controls.Special ProjectsComplete ad hoc financial analyses and special projects requested by leadership.Support ERP system improvements, reporting enhancements, and other finance-related initiatives.EducationBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required.QualificationsExperience Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing, corporate, or plant environment.Previous experience as a Plant Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant, or similar role preferred.Experience supporting:Budgeting and forecastingFinancial planning and analysis (FP&A)Manufacturing financial reportingVariance analysisBusiness planningCost accounting and inventory valuationTechnical KnowledgeStrong understanding of GAAP and manufacturing accounting principles.Experience with inventory valuation and standard costing methodologies.Understanding of BOM’s, Process Routings, and part(s).Knowledge of capitalization variances, scrap accounting, inventory reserves, and cost analysis.Strong background in internal controls and audit support.Proficiency with Plex ERP system or similar manufacturing systems.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.Experience with financial consolidation.Leadership CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and presentation abilities.Ability to influence decisions through data-driven financial analysis.Proven ability to work effectively across multiple departments and levels of the organization.Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Why Join Vickers Engineering?Opportunity to directly influence plant performance and profitability.High visibility role with regular interaction with plant and corporate leadership.Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.Being a part of a team who wants to continue successes within a growing manufacturing organization.If you are a finance professional who enjoys partnering with operations, solving complex business challenges, and driving results in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.