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About the Role
Oversee and manage plant-level finance activities including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, product costing, variance analysis, audit coordination, and compliance. Ensure strong financial controls and partner with plant leadership to support strategic decision-making. Drive continuous improvement across processes and systems during a period of financial organization transformation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Prepare weekly prime cost variance analysis in partnership with Operations and CI.
- Analyze financial results, variances, and trends, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with GAAP.
- Ensure plant monthly close adheres to the corporate schedule.
- Work closely with Cost team to maintain accurate standards and ABC model.
- Develop, coordinate, and manage annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes.
- Collaborate with department leaders to monitor financial performance against budget.
- Identify and drive opportunities for cost savings, efficiency gains, and process improvements.
- Coordinate or support internal and external audits, ensuring auditors have the necessary information and documents.
- Own site-level audit requests as applicable (e.g., inventory, spare parts).
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and reporting standards.
- Ensure site-level compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
- Serve as the key financial partner to plant leadership teams, being the onsite voice of the finance organization.
- Support the broader Supply Chain Finance team, including providing coverage/support/mentorship.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Sales on inventory and cost opportunities.
- Communicate financial insights effectively to stakeholders to support decision alignment.
- Promote a culture of budget accountability and awareness across functional teams.
- Strengthen financial literacy and acumen among cross-functional partners.
- Manage three direct reports, fostering engagement and growth.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to support evolving business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prior experience in manufacturing; dairy manufacturing experience preferred.
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in cost accounting, cost control, or financial analysis.
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and relevant regulations.
- Proficient in ERP environment (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with Operations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels and present financial information in a clear and concise manner.
Location
- Henrietta, NY
- Batavia, NY
- Syracuse, NY
- Buffalo, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-7 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's or Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary/Compensations
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
Benefits
- Group health and/or dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Wellness program
- Paid time away from work
- Paid holidays
- Car allowance
About the Company
- Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Equal Opportunity
- Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.