Operations Finance Manager

Schreiber Foods

. Serve as a seasoned finance professional and strategic business partner across U.S.

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMount Vernon • Missouri • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and operational effectiveness, with a strong focus on manufacturing cost accounting and adherence to GAAP. Proven ability to lead cross-functional finance initiatives, influence senior leadership, and implement scalable technology solutions.

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Financial AnalysisManufacturing Cost AccountingFP&A ProcessesAdvanced AnalyticsFinancial Storytelling

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingForecastingScenario ModelingCost Reduction InitiativesInternal ControlsAccounting PracticesOperational EffectivenessData AnalyticsBudgetingFinancial Planning

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersExceptional CommunicationRelationship BuildingProject ManagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Decision-Support ToolsDashboardsAutomation ToolsAI ToolsReporting Software

Industry Keywords

GAAPFP&AOperations FinanceCost AccountingFinancial Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a seasoned finance professional and strategic business partner across U.S. Operations
Use advanced analytics, financial expertise, and business insight to identify performance drivers, shape decisions, and improve profitability and operational effectiveness
Lead end-to-end finance processes and cross-functional initiatives
Influence senior leaders and business partners
Champion technology and continuous improvement
Safeguard the integrity of financial reporting
Build relationships with plant, operations, category, and corporate leadership
Advise senior leaders on financial and operational matters and align stakeholders on priorities and resource decisions
Lead analytics, dashboards, reporting, and decision-support tools
Champion scalable technology, automation, and responsible AI adoption
Own complex financial analyses, forecasting, and scenario modeling
Translate findings into recommendations and measurable actions
Lead cost reduction, EBITDA margin, working capital, and operational effectiveness initiatives
Lead U.S. Operations management reporting and executive-ready financial storytelling
Manage the U.S. obsolete inventory FP&A process, including reporting, reserve oversight, governance, and improvement actions
Evaluate accounting and costing practices and improve processes, controls, and standards
Lead site FP&A processes, including product costing and financial close support
Provide finance leadership across Missouri locations during emerging issues, vacancies, or absences
Assess financial risk, strengthen internal controls, and ensure adherence to GAAP and applicable requirements
Lead regional and cross-functional finance projects, review deliverables, coach finance professionals, and share expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must live within 100 miles of all Southwest Missouri locations, including Carthage, Monett, and Mount Vernon
Must be willing to travel to any Missouri facility as needed and meet the position's travel requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business discipline is preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered
Typically seven or more years of relevant FP&A, operations finance, accounting, or related experience
Manufacturing cost accounting experience is strongly preferred
Extensive knowledge of operations finance or a related specialty
Working knowledge of accounting, costing, FP&A, internal controls, and manufacturing or industry practices
Demonstrated success independently owning moderately complex projects or end-to-end processes affecting departmental, functional, or multi-site results
Ability to diagnose cross-functional problems, integrate financial and operational information, and implement improvements in processes, systems, reporting, or controls
Strong business judgment and influence, including advising senior leadership and aligning cross-functional partners
Exceptional communication and financial storytelling skills
Ability to lead end-to-end projects, organize work, review deliverables, coach contributors, and manage competing priorities with limited supervision
Advanced analytical and technology capabilities
Willingness and ability to adopt analytics, automation, and AI tools
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record, and a vehicle capable of meeting travel needs
Authorization to work in the country in which the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP
Additional employer retirement contribution of about 8% of earnings
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met
$10,000 relocation bonus plus a relocation package for relocations over 50 miles for a U.S. salaried position
Up to $5,000 annually toward childcare costs
Wellness Incentive
Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses
Tuition reimbursement
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one
Onsite nurse and mental health counselor
Partners Helping Partners assistance program
Hybrid work arrangement, approximately three days per week from home
Travel reimbursement/support implied by required travel arrangements