Operations Finance Analyst

Job Description

The Operations Finance Analyst is a critical role in analyzing, tracking, and optimizing the Manufacturing related costs and profitability for the growing $400M+ Warfighter Systems division.

This Finance Analyst will be an important business partner to both the Operations and Supply Chain Teams.

Using data and analysis, this role provides insights into key cost drivers and supports decision-making processes.

The Finance Analyst will report directly to the Cost Accounting Manager for the Warfighter Systems division in Roanoke, VA.

Key job responsibilities include:


* Conduct thorough analysis of manufacturing costs, including direct and indirect materials, labor, and overhead expenses.


* Identify cost drivers, trends, and areas for improvement to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.


* Establish and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.


* Review and update standard costs annually, ensuring alignment with current market conditions and manufacturing practices.


* Oversee inventory valuation, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.


* Monitor inventory levels, perform regular reconciliations, and identify discrepancies or variances.


* Coordinate quarterly physical inventories and weekly cycle counts.


* Contribute to inventory control strategies to avoid excess or obsolete inventory.


* Perform monthly closing activities, journal entries and reporting as required.


* Generate accurate and timely cost reports, including cost of goods sold, production costs, and variance analysis.

Qualifications


* Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.

CPA/CMA is a plus but not required.


* Minimum of 3+ years of relevant work experience preferred.


* Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in fast-paced environment.


* Highly effective communication skills (verbal and written.)


* Overall mindset of continuous improvement.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be able to proactively identify and implement process improvements.


* Advanced expertise with MS Excel including complex formulas and pivot tables.


* Working knowledge of Accounting principles and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Why Roanoke, Virginia?


* Lower cost of living


* Family-friendly area


* Career and economic growth


* Scenic beauty


* Outdoor enthusiast's dream

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:


* Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off


* Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future


* Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts


* Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available


* Flexible Vacation & PTO


* Paid Parental Leave


* Generous Employee Referral Program


* Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet...