• Finance Manager

    Aston Carter (Palm Beach Gardens, FL)


    Description

    A global leader in life sciences is seeking an Operational Finance Manager to join their team. This role is located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and is hybrid offering 1 day from home and 4 days on site.

     

    This position is responsible for overseeing all financial forecasting and planning activities within the operations function. The role supports the division’s financial reporting process and leads local finance initiatives related to operations. The Finance Manager conducts economic analyses of operational finances and communicates financial insights to both local and global leadership teams.

     

    Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Develop and distribute budget guidelines and submission templates for functional leaders.

    + Establish and communicate timelines for budget data submissions and related presentations.

    + Review initial budget submissions for accuracy and completeness.

    + Prepare and present the annual budget for the operational site.

    + Collaborate with regional teams (finance and other functions) to resolve planning and forecasting issues.

    + Review and analyze monthly forecast submissions, comparing them to actual results, plans, and prior forecasts.

    + Provide consolidated monthly forecast updates to site management.

    + Prepare and present financial projections as needed.

    + Assist in creating financial reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements.

    + Compile monthly reporting packages and provide commentary on site performance.

    + Oversee the collection, processing, consolidation, and reporting of financial results.

    + Stay current with changes in reporting standards and accounting practices.

    + Develop and monitor the financial aspects of the site’s strategic plan.

    + Communicate monthly financial results to management and recommend improvements when necessary.

    + Organize and prioritize tasks for the finance team, ensuring high-quality output.

    + Evaluate and propose cost reduction opportunities for the site.

    + Prepare materials and coordinate meetings with cost committees.

    + Participate in and promote financial initiatives within cost committees.

    + Conduct cost variance analyses at the site level.

    + Track and report on the progress of savings initiatives.

    + Support management by ensuring compliance and accuracy in regular financial reporting.

    + Develop and report on key financial metrics, assisting in the assessment of business performance.

    + Supervise the calculation and analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs).

    + Lead the development and maintenance of financial reporting systems and processes.

    + Undertake special financial projects and analyses as assigned.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Cost Accounting.

    + 3+ years of experience in cost accounting/standard costs.

    + 6–8 years of overall accounting/finance experience.

    + CPA, CMA and/or MBA highly preferred.

    + Experience managing and developing a team of accounting/finance professionals required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

     

    Full Benefits including PTO, Paid Holidays, Bonus based on company performance, 1 work from home day, health insurance, 401k, etc.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Palm Beach Gardens,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.