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Robert Half Operations Finance Manager in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Description
We are looking for an Operations Finance Manager to drive financial performance across logistics, distribution, and fulfillment activities. This role partners closely with supply chain and operations leaders to improve cost visibility, strengthen forecasting, and support profitable decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a strong command of operational finance, cost analysis, and working capital management within a manufacturing or distribution environment. This role is based in Lancaster, PA
Responsibilities:
Lead financial oversight for logistics, fulfillment, and working capital performance, providing guidance that supports sound operational decisions.
Manage the accounting and analysis of distribution spending, freight activity, and supply chain cost center results to ensure accurate reporting and timely review.
Translate operational and financial data into actionable recommendations that improve resource use and support margin performance.
Identify cost risks early, evaluate potential business impact, and recommend corrective actions to reduce unexpected financial outcomes.
Prepare monthly outlooks and quarterly forecast updates for cost of goods sold, freight, and distribution expenses.
Support annual planning activities and align financial expectations with the 18-month sales and operations planning cycle.
Produce reliable net working capital forecasts with particular attention to inventory flow, logistics costs, and fulfillment-related drivers.
Partner with cross-functional teams on logistics and fulfillment initiatives, validating financial timing, savings assumptions, and project results.
Develop and maintain costing tools, standard cost structures, and allocation methodologies for imports, third-party sourcing, and internal supply activities.
Serve as a key operations finance system resource, contributing to process improvements that enhance efficiency, inventory accuracy, and audit-ready costing practices.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
6+ years of finance experience in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution.
Proven background in budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
ERP experience required with strong analytical and modeling skills.
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