[Remote] Operations, Finance Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries. The Operations Finance Manager acts as a key business partner to the Senior Leadership Team and Plant Leadership, providing insights to drive cost efficiency and align financial goals with operational strategies.ResponsibilitiesServes as the key liaison between the Operations team and the Finance organization enabled by enriched Business Partnering relationships, metric tracking and reporting key performance indicators and targetsPartner with plant managers and operations leaders to identify track against cost-saving opportunitiesProvide business leaders with actionable financial insights and data to support strategic business decision-makingMonitor and report on key cost drivers: labor, materials, overhead, and logisticsSignificant involvement in operations planning and financial forecasting/budgetingSupport capital investment decisions and evaluate ROI on major projectsSelf-starter that is responsible for monthly analyses in areas such as direct/indirect cost, material usage variances, labor, and production mix. Analyze production data and operational metrics to ensure efficiency and financial healthSupport Novolex digital transformation activities by expanding the use of tools such as Power BI, OneStream, Hyperion, and SAPCollaborate with IT to improve data integritySkillsBA/BS required with emphasis in finance or accounting with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing settingExcellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills with an ability to anticipate the needs of the stakeholders and take quick action to satisfyExperience collaborating and working successfully with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, with demonstrated strength handling competing prioritiesIn-depth understanding of income statement analysisStrong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and variance analysisStrong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel); SAP, and HFM/EssbaseHigh initiative, Self-Starter, Able to manage tight timelines/deadlinesAn interest in utilizing AI tools (e.g. Co-Pilot, Claude) to improve reporting efficiency & accuracyBenefitsBonusBenefits401(k) plan with company matchComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending and health savings accountsPaid vacation, and sick daysPaid parental leavePaid holidaysWellness programMedical, dental and vision insuranceWell-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial healthFocused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needsFacility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and workSkills developmentAdvanced education programsTraining and development programs and courses are available through MyLearningCompany and industry training curriculaSupport for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organizationCompany OverviewNovolex is a packaging and food services company that serves customers in retail, grocery service, institutional, and industrial markets. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.novolex.com/.