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Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to provide planning, reporting, and performance insight for a broad manufacturing operation based in the greater Northern California area with offices in San Jose. This role is 100% onsite, and will require up to 10% travel to the various plant locations. This position works closely with plant leaders and corporate finance partners to guide budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making across multiple sites. The ideal candidate is comfortable interpreting complex cost and inventory data, building practical models, and turning analysis into recommendations that improve business results.
Job Responsibility
Direct the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecast updates for a large network of manufacturing locations, ensuring accurate and timely financial plans
Evaluate regional profit and loss results by identifying key performance trends, highlighting financial risks, and surfacing areas for improvement
Collaborate with plant management and operations stakeholders to increase cost transparency and support stronger financial performance
Perform inventory-related financial analysis, including reconciliations, reserve monitoring, and investigation of variances affecting plant results
Contribute to month-end close activities tied to inventory balances, cost of goods sold, and site-level financial reporting
Build and refine financial models that support long-range planning, scenario analysis, and operational decision support
Deliver on-demand analysis for leadership to support special projects, strategic priorities, and business initiatives
Improve financial processes, internal controls, and reporting alignment across sites to promote consistency and reliability
Support SAP-related reporting and compliance activities, including work connected to J-SOX requirements when needed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of experience in financial analysis, with preference for work in manufacturing, construction-related operations, or other multi-site environments
Strong command of profit and loss analysis, cost structures, and financial performance drivers
Hands-on experience with inventory accounting, variance review, and inventory control reporting
Proven background supporting budget development and forecast management across multiple locations or business units
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills with the ability to organize and interpret large data sets
Familiarity with SAP and data mining techniques used for reporting and operational analysis
Ability to communicate findings clearly and translate financial information into practical business recommendations