Description

The DwyerOmega FPA Operations Analyst North America reports to the Manager, Operations FPA. This position will support manufacturing teams in North America in driving cost efficiency & operational performance. This role plays a critical part in cost visibility, forecasting and operational analytics, partnering closely with manufacturing teams to translate manufacturing activity into actionable financial insights. 

Key Responsibilities:

Planning & Forecasting

• Support COGS budget & forecast review, identifying risks and opportunities
• Assist in COGM budget & forecast management, ensuring alignment with production plans and cost drivers

Operations Analytics & Reporting

• Perform COGM reporting & analysis, linking manufacturing activity to financial outcomes
• Conduct operations variance analysis for product line reporting (volume, mix, labor, overhead)
• Support cost & margin management through detailed analysis & reporting
• Develop new reporting & analytics to improve visibility into manufacturing & performance
• Improve visibility into manufacturing performance through standardized and scalable reporting

Productivity & Transformation Support

• Support productivity & cost transformation initiatives, tracking performance & savings
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency & reduce costs

Data & Shop Floor Integration

• Manage the finance component of shop floor data collection, ensuring accuracy & alignment with financial reporting
• Ensure integrity & consistency of operational & financial data across systems

Qualifications and Education:

• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, operations finance, or cost accounting 
• Background in a manufacturing environment 
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems 
• Familiarity with standard costing, COGS & COGM processes

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Effective communication & business partnering skills
• High attention to detail & data integrity
• Proactive, continuous improvement mindset
• Motivated with a desire to learn 

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