Senior Financial Analyst

FORTIS Resource Partners is a boutique recruiting firm supporting successful companies in Southern California. EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Direct Hire WORK MODEL: Hybrid BENEFITS: 401k, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage COMPENSATION: $120K–$135K base + annual bonus Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking to hire a full-time Senior Financial Analyst to serve as a key finance partner to manufacturing plant leadership and supply chain management. This role drives plant productivity, profitability, and operational performance by delivering actionable financial insights, strengthening KPI accountability, and supporting strategic initiatives that impact cost structure and growth. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Financial Planning & Performance Management Partner with plant leadership to develop, monitor, and execute annual productivity and profitability targets Support the Annual Operating Plan, Forecast-to-Actual analysis, and variance reporting Provide financial insights into cost drivers, trends, risks, and performance opportunities KPI Development & Operational Improvement Develop, implement, and educate business partners on meaningful non-financial KPIs Partner with plant and supply chain leaders to design initiatives that improve key performance metrics Identify opportunities to enhance plant productivity and operational efficiency Strategic & Capital Support Advise plant leadership and Market Unit partners on strategic initiatives, including sourcing changes, capital investments, and innovation projects Evaluate financial impact of proposed operational improvements and business decisions Plant Engagement & Cost Control Conduct regular plant walkthroughs to assess production processes and identify cost-related improvement opportunities Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve operational and cost variances QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5–8 years of progressive Finance experience Finance and cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required ERP and planning software experience Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities Demonstrated problem-solving and financial modeling skills Exceptional project management and organizational skills Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with a customer-service oriented mindset Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a manufacturing environment FORTIS Resource Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr