Director, Bakery Finance Business Partner

C.H. Guenther & Son

. Lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis for Bakery Platform Supply Chain Operations .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $142,500 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis for Bakery Platform Supply Chain Operations
Provide strategic oversight and direction to plant accounting teams, including plant accountants and controllers
Ensure accurate and timely reporting, cost analysis, and performance measurement
Develop and deploy standardized financial operations policies, processes, and systems across plants
Partner with Operations leadership to improve cost performance through productivity tracking, resource allocation, and data-driven decision-making
Guide plant financial resources supporting the Guenther Productive System (GPS) and daily Operations partnership
Oversee standard cost systems, inventory valuation practices, and plant-level reporting
Support implementation and interpretation of Activity-Based Costing and other performance measurement tools
Identify automation, system improvement, and enhanced reporting opportunities
Liaise between supply chain finance and corporate finance to ensure information flow, system integration, and goal alignment
Lead annual budgeting and strategic planning for all manufacturing sites
Mentor and develop financial talent
Manage multiple direct reports, including Cost Accountants and Controllers
Supervise work performance, hiring, disciplinary decisions, evaluations, and staffing assignments
Develop functional responsibilities and ensure best-in-class output
Travel to manufacturing plants as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or MBA preferred
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive finance experience, including leadership of multi-site or plant-based finance teams in a manufacturing environment
Proven expertise in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Extensive experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
Experience with Activity-Based Costing, KPI development, and manufacturing performance metrics
Experience integrating new technologies and systems to improve financial analysis and reporting
Advanced use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote), SAP, and related applications
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to influence across functions and levels
Demonstrated ability to lead change, manage projects, and drive process improvement
Knowledge of logistics, supply chain management principles, and operations research
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of associates and customers ranging from entry level to executive level positions
Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines
Ability to prioritize projects and clearly communicate direction internally and externally
Must be able to lift and carry 15 pounds at times
Travel on an as-needed basis (15%), varying with business requirements
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required
E-Verify employment eligibility requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
Retirement savings options
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance programs
Educational assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays