What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Business Partner position at Ledgent?
A manufacturing company in Montgomery TX is looking for a Finance Business Partner/Sr. Accountant. Candidates must have strong SAP skills. Ideal candidates will also have manufacturing industry background. If you are interested and qualified, please apply today!
Job Summary: As Finance Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting the accounting and the financial planning and analysis functions within the organization. You will work closely with various departments to provide financial insights, support decision-making processes, and ensure the financial health of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze financial data and provide actionable insights to drive business performance.
- Perform and assist in month-end closing activities.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual close schedules and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with taxes, audits and compliance.
- Be onsite and active with manufacturing teams to develop process knowledge and financial indicators.
- Collaborate with department heads to monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
- Support the development and implementation of financial strategies and initiatives.
- Conduct variance analysis and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Provide financial guidance and support to non-financial stakeholders.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to improve financial processes and systems.
- Participate as part of the local management team.
- Ad-hoc requests as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Greater than four years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in GAAP.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- High proficiency in excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in manufacturing operations
- Experience with Epicor and SAP a plus
- MBA or CMA a plus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Salary : $115,000 - $125,000