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Operations Finance Manager

CFS

Pittsburgh, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$135,000–$155,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Budgeting, Business Case, Business Operations, Capital Analysis, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cargo/Freight, Cash Flow Projection, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Decision Support, Depreciation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Policies, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Fixed Assets, Forecasting, Inventory Costing, Investment Analysis, Investment Capital, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management Reporting, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Microsoft Excel, Operational Audit, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Profitability, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Analysis, Public Accounting, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, SAP, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
4 days ago

Operations Finance Manager
Pittsburgh, PA (Northern Suburbs)
$135,000- $155,000


A leading global manufacturing organization is seeking an Operations Finance Manager to join its finance leadership team. This role is designed for a high-potential finance professional interested in developing into a future senior finance leader. The position offers broad exposure across financial planning and analysis, operational finance, cost accounting, profitability analysis, financial reporting, and strategic decision support within a complex multi-site manufacturing environment.


This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys partnering with operations and commercial teams, driving business performance, and contributing to strategic decision-making while building a path toward senior leadership.


OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:



  • Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.

  • Support accounting functions including inventory, product costing, fixed assets, depreciation, freight, maintenance, and operating expenses.

  • Analyze financial results and identify trends impacting business performance.

  • Assist with margin and profitability reporting across multiple locations.

  • Support ERP system enhancements and financial reporting improvements.

  • Contribute to capital expenditure evaluations and investment analysis.

  • Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

  • Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.

  • Analyze profitability by product line, business segment, and operational area.

  • Create and maintain executive dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting tools.

  • Provide actionable insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.

  • Partner closely with manufacturing, operations, and commercial leadership teams.

  • Participate in leadership meetings to understand key business drivers and financial performance.

  • Evaluate cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiency initiatives.

  • Deliver data-driven recommendations that improve profitability and support growth objectives.

  • Assist with cross-functional projects focused on process improvement and business performance.

  • Support financial analysis for capital investments and expansion projects.

  • Evaluate cash flow implications and working capital impacts of business decisions.

  • Assist in developing financial strategies that align with organizational goals.

  • Support year-end audit activities and financial compliance requirements.

  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.

  • Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting, data integrity, and system utilization.

  • Assist with special projects and additional finance initiatives as needed.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

  • CPA, CMA, or similar professional designation preferred.

  • 6+ years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, Operational Finance, Cost Accounting, Public Accounting, or a related finance function.

  • Manufacturing, industrial, or capital-intensive industry experience strongly preferred.

  • Experience working within ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.

  • Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

  • Solid understanding of cost accounting, profitability analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.


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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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