This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
We are looking for an experienced Operations Finance Manager to lead cost accounting activities for a growing manufacturing business in Shelbyville, Kentucky. This position plays a key role in supporting financial performance, guiding a small team, and partnering closely with operations to improve cost visibility and decision-making. The role is well suited for a finance leader with a strong accounting foundation who can balance hands-on analysis with people leadership in a dynamic production environment.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the cost accounting function for manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on product costing, cost of goods sold, and standard cost accuracy
Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing direction, coaching, and support as the organization continues to expand
Partner closely with plant and operations leaders to evaluate spending, identify savings opportunities, and improve overall cost performance
Deliver financial analysis that supports operational efficiency initiatives and helps leadership understand manufacturing results
Oversee standard costing processes, cost analysis, and reporting to ensure reliable financial insight for business decisions
Build strong working relationships across finance and operations through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving
Support a multi-site manufacturing environment, including occasional travel to other facilities as needed
Contribute to ongoing finance and business process improvements, including future system-related changes when applicable
Establish an effective on-site presence, with full onsite engagement during the initial onboarding period and a regular three-day onsite schedule thereafter
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Significant experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of standard costing, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing cost analysis
Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and growing finance or accounting teams
Solid accounting foundation, ideally with a background that includes controllership or broad financial oversight
Ability to work cross-functionally with operations leaders and communicate financial insights clearly
Experience using SAP or a comparable enterprise resource planning system
Comfortable working in a hybrid structure with regular onsite presence in Shelbyville, Kentucky