Senior Financial Analyst, Plant Finance at RPS North America

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Building Materials, RoofingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting; MBA preferred
  • CPA, CMA, or equivalent designation preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive financial analysis or accounting experience, ideally in a large, multi-site manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting, management accounting, and budgeting
  • Solid understanding of accounting standards (IFRS and/or GAAP)
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (JDE preferred) and advanced Excel
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across finance and operations

Responsibilities

  • Support pre-close and month-end close activities for assigned plants, including inventory counts, selected journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis to ensure accurate and timely reporting
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly operating statements with supporting analysis and commentary for senior leadership
  • Ensure cost accuracy by validating Bills of Material (BOM) and raw material usage
  • Develop, analyze, and report manufacturing product costs as required
  • Act as a key finance partner to plant management, translating financial results into actionable insights
  • Correlate operational data (e.g., production metrics) with financial results (costs, profitability) to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Develop, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs); support the evolution of KPIs in line with business needs
  • Monitor compliance with plant processes and collaborate with operations teams to address issues in a timely manner
  • Build strong partnerships with plant staff through regular interaction and quarterly onsite visits
  • Support the annual planning and forecasting process, including scenario modeling and variance analysis
  • Track performance against plans and forecasts, providing clear explanations for deviations
  • Other projects as assigned

Skills

Financial Analysis
Month-End Close
Variance Analysis
Account Reconciliations
Journal Entries
Inventory Counts
BOM Validation
Product Costing
Operating Statements

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
$31.5KTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from AECOM with new regional director.
Acquisition by Tetra Tech may impact client relationships.
Internal competition from NEO Material Development Kit could cause brand confusion.

Differentiation

RPS Group offers a wide range of consulting and advisory services.
The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consulting.
RPS leverages its global presence and multidisciplinary teams for tailored solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to global sustainability focus.
Growing interest in digital transformation aligns with RPS's expertise.
Expansion of green finance offers new project opportunities for RPS.

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