Senior Financial Analyst

• About the Opportunity
• Kata Solution is leading the search on behalf of a top manufacturing employer in the Scottsboro, Alabama area. This organization is well-run, growth-oriented, and committed to operational and financial excellence. They are seeking a Controller who can step in quickly, partner with plant leadership, and make an immediate impact on cost management and financial performance.
• Position Summary
• The Sr. Financial Analysts is a key financial leader supporting manufacturing operations across multiple facilities. This role partners closely with the Plant Manager and operational leadership to analyze costs, improve profitability, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Plex or SAP and the ability to translate financial data into actionable cost reduction recommendations.
• Key Responsibilities
• Manage all accounting and financial activities for multiple manufacturing facilities
• Partner with the Plant Manager to analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and operational performance
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and provide data-driven recommendations to improve margins
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
• Analyze labor, material, overhead, scrap, and inventory costs
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance reporting
• Maintain and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy
• Support audits, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Serve as a key user and subject matter expert for ERP systems (Plex or SAP)
• Lead, coach, and develop one direct report
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment. Automotive is a plus
• Candidates with fewer years of experience will be considered if they demonstrate strong learning ability and proven performance
• Experience using Plex or SAP ERP systems
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and drivers
• Ability to analyze financial data and clearly communicate insights to plant leadership
• Preferred Qualifications
• Multi-facility or multi-plant financial responsibility
• Standard costing and inventory management experience
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience
• Key Competencies
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Ability to partner effectively with operations leadership
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Confident communicator able to influence decisions with data
• Self-starter capable of managing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environmento

Salary Range/Experience considered: $75,000-$90,000