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Finance Business Partner – Operations
Location: Longmont, CO (Hybrid
)
The Ro
leWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner to join a growing technology manufacturing organization. The Finance Business Partner – Operations role will focus on providing critical financial analysis and support to the operations department, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, logistics, and after-sales service
s.In this role, you will be instrumental in driving efficiency and profitability through in-depth analysis of supply chain forecasts, sales projections, product costing, and various financial reserves. You will also play a key role in supporting Lean processes and analyzing financial performance related to service and installation operation
s.This position reports directly to the Director of FP&A and works closely with Operations Leadership and their direct report
s.
Key Responsibilit
iesSupply Chain Forecast Analy
- sisAnalyze and interpret supply chain forecasts to identify trends, risks, and opportuniti
- es.Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to refine forecasts and ensure alignment with financial goa
ls.Monthly Sales Forecast Analy
- sisReview and analyze monthly sales forecasts, identifying variances and providing actionable insigh
- ts.Work closely with sales and marketing teams to adjust forecasts based on market conditions and business strate
- gy.Align sales forecasts to production schedules, identifying risks and opportuniti
es.Product Costing Rev
- iewConduct detailed analysis of product costing, including material, labor, and overhead cos
- ts.Ensure accurate cost allocation and identify opportunities for cost reduction and margin improveme
nt.Warranty Analysis and Reserve Preparat
- ionAnalyze warranty claims and prepare related reserv
- es.Monitor and assess warranty trends, making recommendations for reserve adjustments as need
ed.Inventory Reserve Analy
- sisAnalyze inventory reserves and assess the adequacy of reserve leve
- ls.Provide recommendations for reserve adjustments to reflect current market conditions and inventory turnov
er.Deferred Revenue Rev
- iewReview and analyze deferred revenue accounts, ensuring proper recognition and alignment with revenue polici
- es.Collaborate with the accounting team to resolve any discrepanci
es.Support Lean Proces
- sesSupport and contribute to Lean initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing was
- te.Provide financial insights to support process improvements and cost-saving projec
ts.Service and Installation Business P&L Analy
- sisReport and analyze Profit and Loss statements for service and installation business segmen
- ts.Provide insights into financial performance, highlighting areas for improvement and opportunities for grow
th.
Leadership & Personal Competen
- ciesDemonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex issues into actionable soluti
- ons.Encourages a highly collaborative team environment and actively engages with key internal and external stakehold
- ers.Possesses strong planning and organizational skills and communicates effectively with all levels of the organization, including executive and senior leaders
- hip.Maintains a business-oriented mindset with a clear understanding of the drivers behind revenue growth, profitability, and business r
- isk.Strategic thinker with the ability to dive deeply into details when supporting analysis and decision-mak
- ing.Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and willingness to travel internationally on occas
- ion.Embraces continuous learning, development, and organizational cha
- nge.Operates with the highest level of integrity and professional
ism.
Qualifica
tions
Edu
- cationBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related
- field.CPA, CMA, or similar certification is a
plus.Expe
- rienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in a financial analysis role, preferably within a manufacturing enviro
- nment.Accounting experience is a
plus.
- SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial
- data.Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance ana
- lysis.Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel s
- kills.Understanding of Lean principles and experience supporting Lean initiatives is pref
erred.
Work Envi
ronmentThis position follows a hybrid schedule and is expected to work onsite approximately three days per week, with the remainder of the time remote. Actual schedules will be determined in partnership with the hiring manager based on business needs and team requir
Salary : $98,000 - $145,000