Danaher

Senior Finance Manager, Hardware Solutions, Plant Controller

Danaher$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  • 5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required
  • Strong knowledge in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • Experience with internal controls and ERP systems (production modules preferred)
  • Excellent analytical skills for interpreting complex financial data

Responsibilities

  • Act as a financial advisor to Site Management, providing analysis and recommendations
  • Support annual cost reduction initiatives, managing cost controls effectively
  • Enforce inventory control policies, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance
  • Prepare month-end close reports including manufacturing variances and productivity
  • Analyze capital requests and oversee capital expenditures, ensuring timely asset capitalization

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care programs
  • Paid time off to support work-life balance
  • Competitive benefit programs contributing to life beyond the job
Full Job Description
Senior Finance Manager, Hardware Solutions, Plant Controller serves as the primary finance business partner for Operations, and along with the Duncan and Shrewsbury Site Leadership teams, will have ownership and accountability for the financial results of the operations at the sites.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Hardware Solutions, Operations and is part of the Hardware Solutions Finance organization supporting the Duncan and Shrewsbury Manufacturing Sites, with a location in Duncan, SC and will be an on-site role.

What you will do:
  • Be a trusted advisor and Business Partner to Site Management providing analysis, recommendations, ensure sound financial decision making and have the skillset to build a strong partnership with Operations team. In part, this is achieved through accurate preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget and in partnership with Site Operations team while also coordinating the annual standard cost update and perform an annual impact analysis for the site
  • Support Site Operations team in delivering annual cost reduction objectives (productivity, cost of quality/VAVE, PPV), ensuring effective controls and visibility around cost management while also overseeing cost accounting procedures.
  • Enforce Inventory control policies, cycle counting etc and ensure accurate reporting and compliance whilst driving inventory reductions and/or turns improvements. Support regular risk assessment on excess and obsolete.
  • Prepare timely month end close Financial and Operational reporting to include; Manufacturing variances, Costs/Absorptions, Productivity, Headcount, Inventory, Capex and Labor Utilization with clear and articulate commentary.
  • Support capital request analysis and business case preparation. Closely monitor capital expenditure, ensuring controls and processes are adhered to, assessing for any financial risk or adjustments required, and ensuring that "assets under construction" are capitalized in a timely and accurate manner. Support internal SOX audit and external audit requests and coordinate ad-hoc analytics based on Site and business needs.


Who you are:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required; 10+ years strongly preferred
  • In depth cost accounting knowledge, emphasis on budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, internal controls and familiarity with ERP systems (production modules a large benefit)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights


It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
  • Being a self-starter and proactive, structured with demonstrated ability to deliver results consistently


Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .

About Danaher

Beckman Coulter develops, manufactures and markets products that simplify, automate and innovate complex biomedical testing. More than 275,000 Beckman Coulter systems operate in both Diagnostics and Life Sciences laboratories on seven continents. For more than 75 years, our products have been making a difference in peoples' lives by improving the productivity of medical professionals and scientists, supplying critical information for improving patient health and delivering trusted solutions for research and discovery.

Danaher Careers

Joining Danaher means becoming part of a global team committed to driving growth, innovation, and leadership across various industries. At Danaher, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional development and personal achievement.

Work You’ll Do

At Danaher, you will engage in work that propels global industries forward through innovation and leadership. Our team at Danaher is dedicated to enhancing the company's impact on science, technology, and healthcare. We believe in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, where every team member’s contribution is valued.

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Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Danaher offers a range of employment opportunities to help you advance your career. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract professionals who are not only skilled but are also passionate about making a difference.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Danaher’s commitment to innovation drives our leadership in the market and our ability to offer unique solutions to our clients. Here, your skills in technology, problem-solving, and creativity will be honed through challenging projects and a collaborative work environment.

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Danaher is dedicated to providing a supportive work environment where careers flourish. Our benefits package is designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From diversity training to professional development programs, we invest in every employee's growth and well-being.

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At Danaher, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. We encourage our employees to connect with colleagues and leaders through various networking events, training sessions, and collaborative projects. This culture of growth and learning helps every team member build a rewarding career filled with exciting new challenges and opportunities.

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Learn more about Danaher
Size
78,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.6 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$22.2 billion
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