Finance Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance manager for a manufacturing company in greater Sacramento. Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, drive innovation through advanced technologies, and provide critical insights to support organizational success. This position requires a proactive individual with expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the modernization of finance capabilities by embedding emerging tools and data-driven approaches into daily operations, enabling stronger insight and faster, better-informed decisions.
• Own the preparation and delivery of accurate financial results, pairing rigorous reporting with thoughtful analysis to support leadership planning and long-term initiatives.
• Translate complex operational and financial information into meaningful trends, performance indicators, and recommendations that support measurable business improvement.
• Partner closely with cross-functional leaders to build disciplined budgets, evaluate investment effectiveness, and conduct periodic financial reviews aligned with business priorities.
• Identify gaps across processes, systems, and organizational capabilities, then lead or support initiatives that strengthen efficiency, scalability, and overall performance.
• Provide oversight for financial obligations, agreements, and commitments to ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and governance standards.
• Serve as a trusted financial partner across departments, encouraging collaboration and ensuring alignment between financial insight and organizational objectives.
• Evaluate enterprise strategies and ongoing operations to anticipate financial implications and proactively advise on risks, opportunities, and course corrections. Requirements
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in financial leadership roles, with proven expertise in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency in leveraging advanced technologies, including AI and data analytics, to improve financial processes.
• Knowledge of contract management and compliance processes.
• Experience in driving process improvements and leading organizational transformations.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications preferred.

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