Chamberlain Advisors
Senior Operations Finance Analyst
Chamberlain Advisors, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
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Position:
Senior Operations Finance Analyst
Location:
Richmond, VA
Reports to:
Chief Financial Officer
Company:
PE-backed Industrial Automation
As a key member of the finance team, the Senior Operations Finance Analyst is a critical business partner to the operational leaders of our customer. Based in Richmond, Virginia, this role is the primary financial liaison to the operations team, including the VP of Operations, engineering, procurement, and the Project Management Office (PMO). You will be instrumental in driving business performance by providing insightful financial analysis for our custom, long-term automation projects.
This position requires a hands-on and detail-oriented individual who will immerse themselves in the operational details of the businessfrom initial project estimates to final delivery. You will ensure financial accuracy throughout the project lifecycle, monitor execution against budget, and provide the data-driven guidance necessary to improve profitability and efficiency. Your work will directly contribute to our culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.
Alignment With The Following Criteria Is Highly Desirable
Manufacturing & Project-Costing Expertise: Proven experience in a complex manufacturing, construction, or custom capital equipment environment. A strong grasp of project cost accounting, standard cost modeling, and variance analysis is essential. Operational Partnership: A track record of building strong, collaborative relationships with non-finance leaders in Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to drive performance and accountability. Financial Modeling & Data Analysis: Advanced ability to develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, capital expenditure analysis, and scenario planning. Proficiency with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and ERP systems is critical. Project Finance Acumen: A strong understanding of the financial lifecycle of long-term projects, including concepts around revenue recognition, progress billings, and work-in-progress (WIP) management. Process Improvement Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements and automating reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Hands-On & Detail-Oriented: A self-starter comfortable with diving into details to ensure accuracy in project setup, cost tracking, and billing, while also providing high-level strategic insights.
What You Will Be Accountable For
Project Finance & Execution
Serve as the lead finance partner for the operations team, actively participating in program meetings to provide financial oversight. Manage the financial setup of new programs in the ERP system, ensuring accurate and timely milestone billing, and support collections efforts. Analyze and monitor project material procurement timing and costs, working with the supply chain team to identify risks and opportunities. Collaborate with engineering and program management on labor utilization reporting and forecasting to ensure projects remain on budget. Develop, maintain, and analyze the standard overhead cost model for all Jewett sites, communicating variances and driving corrective actions.
Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting
Partner with operations leadership to develop annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic plans. Prepare and analyze reports on estimated and actual costs on a weekly basis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for margin improvement. Support the weekly and monthly cash flow forecasting process with accurate project-level data. Develop, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as labor efficiency, project margin, backlog, and vendor performance to drive accountability. Create and automate actionable reports and dashboards for leadership using Excel, Power BI, or other analytics platforms.
Controls & Process Improvement
In partnership with the CFO, ensure all project finance activities align with internal controls and accounting policies. Maintain and update all process documents related to operations finance and ensure all supporting documentation is accurately maintained for audit purposes. Perform ad-hoc analytical projects as needed to support executive decision-making.
What Qualifications You Need
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; an additional 5+ years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, with a significant portion within a manufacturing, industrial, or construction company. Solid understanding of project accounting and revenue recognition principles, ideally with exposure to a Percentage-of-Completion framework. Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills are required. Demonstrated experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders. A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Consulting Industries
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Position:
Senior Operations Finance Analyst
Location:
Richmond, VA
Reports to:
Chief Financial Officer
Company:
PE-backed Industrial Automation
As a key member of the finance team, the Senior Operations Finance Analyst is a critical business partner to the operational leaders of our customer. Based in Richmond, Virginia, this role is the primary financial liaison to the operations team, including the VP of Operations, engineering, procurement, and the Project Management Office (PMO). You will be instrumental in driving business performance by providing insightful financial analysis for our custom, long-term automation projects.
This position requires a hands-on and detail-oriented individual who will immerse themselves in the operational details of the businessfrom initial project estimates to final delivery. You will ensure financial accuracy throughout the project lifecycle, monitor execution against budget, and provide the data-driven guidance necessary to improve profitability and efficiency. Your work will directly contribute to our culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.
Alignment With The Following Criteria Is Highly Desirable
Manufacturing & Project-Costing Expertise: Proven experience in a complex manufacturing, construction, or custom capital equipment environment. A strong grasp of project cost accounting, standard cost modeling, and variance analysis is essential. Operational Partnership: A track record of building strong, collaborative relationships with non-finance leaders in Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to drive performance and accountability. Financial Modeling & Data Analysis: Advanced ability to develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, capital expenditure analysis, and scenario planning. Proficiency with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and ERP systems is critical. Project Finance Acumen: A strong understanding of the financial lifecycle of long-term projects, including concepts around revenue recognition, progress billings, and work-in-progress (WIP) management. Process Improvement Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements and automating reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Hands-On & Detail-Oriented: A self-starter comfortable with diving into details to ensure accuracy in project setup, cost tracking, and billing, while also providing high-level strategic insights.
What You Will Be Accountable For
Project Finance & Execution
Serve as the lead finance partner for the operations team, actively participating in program meetings to provide financial oversight. Manage the financial setup of new programs in the ERP system, ensuring accurate and timely milestone billing, and support collections efforts. Analyze and monitor project material procurement timing and costs, working with the supply chain team to identify risks and opportunities. Collaborate with engineering and program management on labor utilization reporting and forecasting to ensure projects remain on budget. Develop, maintain, and analyze the standard overhead cost model for all Jewett sites, communicating variances and driving corrective actions.
Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting
Partner with operations leadership to develop annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic plans. Prepare and analyze reports on estimated and actual costs on a weekly basis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for margin improvement. Support the weekly and monthly cash flow forecasting process with accurate project-level data. Develop, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as labor efficiency, project margin, backlog, and vendor performance to drive accountability. Create and automate actionable reports and dashboards for leadership using Excel, Power BI, or other analytics platforms.
Controls & Process Improvement
In partnership with the CFO, ensure all project finance activities align with internal controls and accounting policies. Maintain and update all process documents related to operations finance and ensure all supporting documentation is accurately maintained for audit purposes. Perform ad-hoc analytical projects as needed to support executive decision-making.
What Qualifications You Need
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; an additional 5+ years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, with a significant portion within a manufacturing, industrial, or construction company. Solid understanding of project accounting and revenue recognition principles, ideally with exposure to a Percentage-of-Completion framework. Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills are required. Demonstrated experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders. A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Consulting Industries
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Richmond, VA $70,000.00-$85,000.00 3 weeks ago Richmond, VA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 2 days ago State Farm, VA $82,100.00-$172,400.00 1 day ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr