Senior Financial Analyst

TekWissen • Massillon, Ohio • Part Time • $32–$32 / hour

Posted on Sat, Sep 12, 2026

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an American food company formed by the merger of client Food and the third-largest food and beverage company in North America Position: Senior Financial Analyst Location: Massillon, OH, 44647 Duration: 6 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Hybrid Job Description: Must Haves:

Variance analysis on process orders, daily/weekly reporting
Very critical
Advanced Excel, 3-4 years forecasting experience

Manufacturing at a Glance

Under the leadership of the Plant Controller, this role drives the financial planning and reporting processes for one of the operating units at the plant. The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial policies, strengthening internal controls, supporting operating budgets, and delivering accurate forecasting and performance reporting. As a key partner in the plant's financial success, this position requires strong accountability, analytical insight, and a commitment to closing performance gaps to achieve results.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including product cost standards updates (raw and pack yields, master recipes), bridging cost changes, and preparing all applicable AOP schedules
Manage weekly and monthly cost reporting, including actual vs. forecasted results and distribution of reports to unit and plant manufacturing management
Analyze and interpret variance to target for direct expenses; provide detailed reporting and KPI breakdown to plant leadership
Identify and lead process improvements in financial planning and reporting systems
Partner with Continuous Improvement and Production teams to quantify and track savings, ensuring accuracy within 4Site systems
Drive the month-end close process, including journal entries, SAP requirements, FAC review, and preparation of insightful variance commentary
Perform financial analyses and scenario studies to support decision-making
Oversee and audit operational BOM accuracy throughout the year
Actively contribute to the plant leadership team, offering training and support on financial information and business results
Maintain strong internal controls aligned with corporate and compliance standards, ensuring effective inventory management
Provide leadership for financial integrity, transactional accuracy, and SAP responsibilities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
3+ years of experience in financial analysis or manufacturing finance within a plant or supply chain environment
Proven ability to manage financial planning, forecasting, and reporting cycles
Advanced proficiency in SAP, Excel, and financial modeling tools; experience with 4Site is a plus
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data trends and translate insights into actionable recommendations
Effective communicator who can influence cross-functional leaders and present complex concepts clearly
Demonstrated ability to act with urgency, ownership, and integrity in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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