Position Summary:
The Finance Manager is a hands-on manufacturing finance leader responsible for the financial integrity, accounting operations and operational financial support of a multi-plant beverage manufacturing business. This position is first and foremost accountable for the accurate execution of daily accounting activities including general ledger management, month-end close, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, financial reporting and compliance.
The Finance Manager will drive financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support executive decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis, as well as complete hands-on accounting tasks. This individual must comply with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Quality and Food Safety Policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, and General and Safety Work Rules.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Provide strategic financial leadership to executive management in support of company growth and profitability.
- Develop and execute long-term financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes across multiple manufacturing facilities.
Operational & Plant Finance
- Oversee plant-level financial performance, including cost accounting, variance analysis, and productivity metrics.
- Partner with plant managers and operations leadership to drive cost control, margin improvement, and capital efficiency.
- Ensure accurate inventory valuation, standard costing, and production cost analysis across all facilities.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, annual financial reporting, and month-end close ownership, journal entry preparation/review, account reconciliations, general ledger integrity and balance sheet reviews.
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with GAA, company accounting policies, internal controls, and company financial policies.
- Coordinate audits, tax filings, regulatory reporting requirements, Period-end tasks include journal entries, account reconciliations, detailed balance sheet reviews and inventory accounting support.
Cash Flow & Risk Management
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning.
- Evaluate financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Oversee banking relationships, financing arrangements, and insurance programs.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams across multiple locations.
- Establish best practices, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics.
- Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years leadership experience working in a company with $500M+ in annual sales and 200+ employees.
- Manufacturing industry experience required. (CPG Preferred)
- Proven multi-plant financial leadership experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and operational metrics.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Manufacturing & Cost Accounting
- Multi-Site Financial Operations
- Executive Leadership & Communication
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Regulatory & Compliance Expertise
Preferred Attributes:
- Hands-on leader with strong business acumen
- Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
- Experience supporting rapid growth or operational transformation
- Strong collaboration skills with operations and executive teams
- Manufacturing Finance Manager experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced food/beverage production environment.
- PPE required in all production areas.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills efforts, or working conditions. CPF reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.