Senior Financial Analyst

IL152-2752153 · Cressona, Pennsylvania · Kevin Russell

Job Description

Senior Financial Analyst – Manufacturing Operations Location: Reading, PA area – 100% On-SiteCompensation: $92,000–$125,000 base A large-scale North American manufacturing operation is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support plant operations and partner directly with the Controller. This role is positioned as a succession-track opportunity, offering broad exposure to plant finance, cost accounting, and operational leadership within a recently expanded and modernized facility. This site employs 1,100+ employees and is one of the largest manufacturing employers in the region. What You’ll Own Month-End & Reporting Leadership Help lead and continuously improve monthly close processes (P&L, capital base, operational reporting) Drive automation, accuracy, and reduced rework in financial reporting Cost Accounting & Inventory Discipline (Primary Focus) Own standard cost validation and variance analysis Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliations, and movement analysis Maintain and enhance Oracle cost data integrity Support semi-annual physical inventories and actual vs. standard cost reviews Operational Partnership Serve as a financial partner to the Plant Manager and line leadership Deliver actionable KPI insights that improve performance and profitability Planning & Capital Support Contribute meaningfully to budgeting and forecasting cycles Track and analyze capital investments tied to recent expansion initiatives Controls & Compliance Support audit processes and strengthen internal control discipline Ensure financial policies and reporting standards are upheld What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months) Mastery of the month-end close process with minimal rework Improved cost accuracy and stronger inventory controls Trusted financial partner to operations leadership Clean audit support and disciplined reporting execution Ideal Background 5+ years of plant-based manufacturing finance experience Deep experience in standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis Strong ERP background (Oracle preferred) Comfortable working onsite in a large, hands-on manufacturing environment Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Why Consider This Opportunity Clear 1–3 year development path toward broader finance leadership responsibilities Large, recently modernized manufacturing site with significant capital investment Backed by a stable global organization Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage 401(k) with company match Education assistance and career development support On-site gym and café Paid parental leave and disability coverage