1 Finance jobs in Port St. Lucie

Description
A dynamic opportunity exists for an experienced Finance Manager to join a high-performance manufacturing facility. This position plays a critical role in supporting the financial planning and operational success of the site. The role encompasses budgeting, forecasting, cost control, financial reporting, and strategic analysis. Candidates with a background in industrial or complex manufacturing environments-particularly those with aerospace / aviation exposure-are highly encouraged to apply.
Core Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy & Planning
+ Lead site-level forecasting and budget cycles across monthly, quarterly, and annual horizons.
+ Deliver robust variance analyses comparing actuals against budget/forecast to pinpoint performance drivers.
+ Develop and maintain dashboards and performance metrics for operations and finance.
+ Collaborate with department leaders to build multi-year financial projections based on operational capacity, production flow, and market outlook.
Financial Reporting & Insights
+ Contribute to the month-end close process by preparing and reviewing financial reports.
+ Ensure accurate and timely financial statements that comply with internal controls and accounting guidelines.
+ Present site-level performance insights to leadership, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
Cost Oversight & Optimization
+ Manage cost accounting activities, including materials, labor, and overhead allocations.
+ Identify and implement initiatives to reduce operational costs while maintaining efficiency.
+ Evaluate product cost structures to support margin improvement and pricing strategies.
Operational & Strategic Support
+ Serve as a trusted financial advisor to plant leadership, offering recommendations on investments, cost management, and operational improvements.
+ Conduct scenario analysis and risk assessments to support business planning and capital expenditures.
+ Provide ad hoc modeling and support for new projects, programs, and commercial opportunities.
Process Enhancement
+ Drive efficiencies in financial workflows by streamlining budgeting and reporting processes.
+ Use data tools and automation to enhance the quality and speed of financial insights.
+ Continuously improve system utilization to support transparency and real-time decision-making.
Team Collaboration & Leadership
+ Build strong relationships across finance and operations to support a culture of accountability and performance.
+ Mentor and guide junior finance staff or cross-functional partners in financial literacy and planning.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification a plus.
+ Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and cost management within a manufacturing environment.
+ Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures; experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing preferred.
+ Advanced knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling techniques.
+ Strong ERP experience (preferably SAP) and highly proficient in Excel-based analysis.
+ Proven ability to convert complex data into actionable strategies and communicate clearly to stakeholders.
+ Self-driven, organized, and detail-focused with a strong business acumen.
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