<p>Chris Preble is working with a Utica client of his that has a newly created Senior Financial Analyst position.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a dynamic manufacturing organization in Utica, New York. In this role, you will play a key part in driving financial planning, analyzing operational performance, and supporting strategic decisions through comprehensive financial insights. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in financial modeling and experience working in manufacturing environments, with a focus on cost analysis, forecasting, and performance metrics.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Helping to lead the budgeting process and assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial forecasts.</p><p>• Perform detailed variance analyses to compare actual financial outcomes to budgeted and forecasted figures.</p><p>• Create and maintain financial models to guide operational planning, capital investments, and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Provide financial insights to leadership on pricing strategies, cost structures, and overall profitability.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations teams to evaluate production costs, including labor, materials, and overhead.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for operational efficiency and margin improvements.</p><p>• Support cost accounting functions and perform inventory analysis within a manufacturing setting.</p><p>• Prepare detailed management reporting packages and dashboards for senior leadership.</p><p>• Conduct financial analyses for capital expenditures and track the financial performance of projects.</p><p>• Assist in streamlining financial reporting processes and improving analytical tools for enhanced data accuracy.</p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing organization to identify a Cost Accounting Manager professional who will play a key role in product costing, inventory accounting, and margin analysis across multiple operations. This position supports both routine and advanced cost accounting activities and works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership to improve visibility into cost drivers and operational performance. This company has outstanding work life balance, great benefits and lots of opportunity for growth. There's a wide salary range because they're open to different levels of experience and will build the role around the person-skill level they hire. Very low turnover here.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own and maintain product costing structures within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting processes, including standard cost maintenance, labor and overhead rate updates, and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold, reserves, and production variances.</li><li>Perform month-end close activities related to cost accounting and inventory.</li><li>Reconcile inventory-related general ledger accounts and support cycle count and physical inventory adjustments.</li><li>Analyze product margins and cost trends, identifying drivers and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with operations and supply chain teams to evaluate manufacturing efficiency, material usage, and cost performance.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, including documentation related to inventory and cost accounting controls.</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing processes and intercompany cost structures, as applicable.</li><li>Prepare ad-hoc financial and operational analysis to support management decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within finance and operations.</li></ul>
<p>Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/Office Manager to oversee financial operations and administrative tasks of a local contracting company. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage standards, and managing payroll processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records, including accounts payable and receivable.</p><p>• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Manage payroll processes, including compliance with prevailing wage requirements.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software to track and report financial transactions.</p><p>• Oversee administrative office tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and summaries for management review.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline financial processes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and policies.</p><p>• Address and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting to support organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half's Syracuse office.</p>