Senior Manager Financial Operations

In this onsite role in Calabasas Hills, CA, you will lead financial operations for production activities, partnering with operations to strengthen cost visibility, reporting accuracy, and profitability. The position includes leading month/quarter close, managing cost accounting and accounts payable controls, and developing standard costing models aligned with GAAP and company policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations for the plant, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting; monitor and analyze plant financial performance.
• Manage the cost accounting function to ensure accurate product costing, variance analysis, and margin analysis.
• Lead the accounts payable function, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies; ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and expense vouchers, and maintain accurate financial records and control reports.
• Own month-end and quarter-end closing activities, including review of cost-related journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and preparation of financial statements.
• Develop and maintain standard costing models for raw materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze production costs and recommend cost-saving measures to improve profitability.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency projects.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports to senior management, including key variances and trends with commentary and action plans.
• Prepare and present daily KPI metrics and trends, including performance analysis of labor and material usage variances.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for manufacturing costs.
• Manage inventory valuation, including cycle counts, physical inventory activities, and reconciliation.
• Mentor and develop a team of three individuals, promoting accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all cost accounting practices comply with GAAP and company policies.
• Collaborate with the corporate accounting team on financial close processes and external audits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of financial operations and cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.
• Minimum of 4 years of managerial experience.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing a team.
• High integrity and professionalism, with commitment to ethical standards and compliance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Technologies

• ERP systems
• Excel

Compensation and Location

• Location: Calabasas Hills, CA (onsite)
• Salary: USD 150,000 to USD 160,000 per year

Benefits

• Eligible for annual bonus
• Vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match
• 25%-35% discount when dining as a guest
• Discounted cheesecake purchase program
• Annual stipend for dining in our restaurants

Candidate Profile

• Natural people leader with experience recruiting, motivating, developing, and empowering others.
• Critical thinker who uses analytical skills to evaluate facts and form sound judgment.
• Effective communicator able to present information clearly and professionally in verbal and written formats.
• Problem solver with strong ability to work through issues using available resources.

Preferences

• Food manufacturing industry experience