Financial Operations Analyst Jobs

ABOUT THE COMPANY

F. Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wall coverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and an attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is people. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Demonstrate Courage
• Preserve The Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Embrace Collaboration
• Practice Adaptability

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of Schumacher North America, which is the largest division of the company.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Operations Finance Analyst will ensure daily operations are in compliance with company policies and accounting records are maintained in conformity with US GAAP. This role will act as a subject matter expert who partners with our local warehouse in Fort Mill, South Carolina to analyze financial data, identify business trends, recommend improvements and help us mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with department managers to improve financial performance and gain efficiencies.
• Track plant spending of expenses and investments against the budget
• Implement systems and controls utilizing Great Plains to improve financial performance.
• Prepare and analyze manufacturing reports for cost center reporting, benchmark metrics, purchase price variance for materials, process order variances, work in process, inventory levels and turns, shipping costs, returns, obsolete inventory, capital assets, etc; make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Improve inventory accuracy by managing inventory control systems including cycle counts & physical inventories; maintain records to document and explain variances.
• Prepare all inventory-related journal entries at month end. Complete month-end and year-end reporting process to reconcile cost of goods sold and gross margin against financial statements.
• Develop and update meaningful KPIs with the Operations team.
• Develop and analyze cost variances on a monthly basis.
• Direct and coordinate annual budget activities. Work with department managers to develop short- and long-term financial goals; use GP and other reporting tools available to measure the performance.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be adaptable in responding quickly and positively to growth of the business
• Strong organization skills, with the ability to prioritize work assignments
• 5+ years of related cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or textiles business
• A positive attitude
• Actively contribute to our culture of continuous improvement
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with minimal direction
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate to expert Excel skills
• Strong communication including group facilitation and presentation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; demonstrated influence and excellent communication style
• High level of ownership, accountability and initiative

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

Wealth Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 401K Plan
• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing

Health Benefits:

• Vision Coverage
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• TELADOC
• Health Savings Account (HSA)

Other Benefits:

• Bereavement Leave
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 25 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• 11 Company Holidays
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Employee Discount
• Child Bonding Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.