POSITION SUMMARY
The Operations Finance Supervisor is responsible for providing advanced financial analysis and support for the operations division. This role involves analyzing financial data, developing forecasts and budgets, and improve cost performance and financial outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, operations management, and data-driven decision-making. The Operations Finance Supervisor will be customer focused and have high regard for customer satisfaction and engagement. This role will be supporting high-quality government projects and will have direct engagement with internal project leaders and key stakeholders. The Supervisor will collaborate closely with operational leaders and other departments to ensure financial goals are met and resources are utilized effectively.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Analysis:
•Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support operational decision-making, including cost analysis, profitability analysis, and variance analysis.
•Prepare detailed financial reports and dashboards that provide insights into operational performance, trends, and financial impacts.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
•Oversee and manage project budgets, including tracking actual costs against planned costs and forecasting future costs.
•Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts for the operations division.
•Collaborate with departmental leaders to gather and analyze budgetary and forecasting data.
•Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations for adjustments as needed.
Cost Management:
•Analyze project costs, identify cost variances, and investigate the reasons for any discrepancies.
•Analyze and report on operational costs, including labor, materials, and overheads.
•Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend strategies to improve cost efficiency.
•Track and report on cost reduction initiatives and their impact on the overall budget.
•Track expenses and other tasks aligned to the financial management of key projects.
Performance Measurement:
•Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
•Analyze performance metrics and provide actionable insights to senior management to drive improvements.
Data Management:
•Collect, validate, and manage financial data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
•Responsible for reviewing transactional level data and ensuring complete and accurate customer invoicing.
•Utilize advanced data analysis tools and techniques to support financial decision-making and reporting.
•Manipulating and customizing data to meet the required needs and criteria of the customer.
Strategic Support:
•Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that align with business goals.
Reporting and Communication:
•Prepare and present financial analysis and reports to senior management, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
•Communicate financial insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders and support data-driven decision-making.
Compliance and Controls:
•Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and internal controls.
•Identify and address any discrepancies or issues related to financial data and reporting.
Process Improvement:
•Identify opportunities to improve financial analysis processes and systems.
•Implement best practices and streamline financial reporting procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Team Leadership and Development:
•Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts or staff, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
•Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
•Support the recruitment, training, and development of finance team members.
EDUCATION:
•Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Minimum of 10+ years of experience in financial analysis, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role. Experience in operations or manufacturing environments is a plus.
•Demonstrated financial and operational background including financial operations, key industry metrics financial modeling and ROI analysis.
•Experience with Government Contracts (CARS, FARS, and DCAA) and contract types (Cost Plus, Fixed Price, T&M, etc.)
•Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees, management, executives, and other organizations problem-solving, critical thinking, negotiating and decision-making skills
•Strong management skills: the ability to influence and engage colleagues and clients; experience in building a team, with cross-organizational collaboration.
•Ability to obtain the level of Navy badging required of this level position
•Mature Customer Service and Client Communications skills.
•Microsoft Dynamics SL or 365 experience highly preferred.
•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
•Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Power Point
•Certified PMP or equivalent knowledge of Program Management Systems and Processes through demonstrated experience is acceptable.
•Experience in Business Development, Strategic Planning or Marketing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
•The performance of this position involves exposure to construction or industrial areas where the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats and hearing protection is required.
•Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving in an automobile
Rhoads Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, and disability.