Work Location: Waco, TX (Hybrid)
Department: Finance
Reports To: VP, Finance

FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel Requirements: 0-10%

The role is located at our Waco, TX facility but includes remote work flexibility!

Hybrid Work Schedule (Waco, TX; Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX, Temple, TX)

No relocation provided.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a highly analytical, results-driven Finance Manager to support financial operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives on translating data into actionable insights and enjoys partnering cross-functionally to drive business performance.

You bring strong financial acumen, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to influence decision-making across operations, sales, and product development. You are equally comfortable building financial models, analyzing cost structures, and presenting insights to leadership.

Position Overview

The Finance Manager serves as a key business partner supporting financial performance across a dynamic, multi-site manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading financial planning and analysis (FP&A), cost accounting, and performance reporting to drive data-informed decision-making and operational efficiency.

Acting as a strategic liaison between Finance, Operations, Sales, and Product Development, this position delivers actionable insights through detailed financial modeling, variance analysis, and KPI development. The Finance Manager plays a critical role in improving margin performance, enhancing cost visibility, and supporting scalable growth. This position requires a hands-on, analytical leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting process and maintain rolling forecasts across business units
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making
• Analyze financial performance, with emphasis on sales, margin, and product-level profitability
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to leadership
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to align financial outcomes with business objectives

Cost Accounting & Product Costing

• Develop and maintain standard costing processes, including annual cost rollups
• Partner with Operations to analyze manufacturing costs (labor, materials, overhead)
• Support new product development initiatives through cost modeling and margin analysis
• Collaborate with SAP/IT teams to ensure accuracy of cost structures, BOMs, and routings
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives

Variance Analysis & Performance Management

• Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget, forecast, and prior periods)
• Identify key performance drivers and communicate findings to senior leadership
• Develop and monitor KPIs and operational metrics aligned to financial targets
• Enhance reporting tools and dashboards to improve visibility and accountability

Business Partnership & Reporting

• Serve as a finance business partner to Operations, Sales, and Product Development teams
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, dashboards, and executive summaries
• Support strategic initiatives through financial analysis and scenario modeling
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities in partnership with BI and IT teams
• Support audits, compliance, and internal controls as needed
• Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives

Education / Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong expertise in cost accounting and standard costing methodologies
• Proven experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and performance analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, large datasets, pivot tables)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP ECC or S/4HANA preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong business acumen with experience partnering cross-functionally

Preferred / Nice to Have:

• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau or similar)
• Exposure to product costing, profitability analysis, and operational finance

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (generous employer contribution)
• Employer-paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental benefit options available
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays in 2026