Compensation Range $130,000 - 150,000 Position Overview: You may know us for our delicious cheesecakes…and for being recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®”11 years in a row. What you may not know is how our Finance Team provides analysis, insight and support for strategy development/deployment and key initiative oversight and skillfully prepares and examines the financial records for two bakeries producing 40,000 cheesecakes daily. The Senior Manager Financial Operations is critical in overseeing the financial aspects of production operations, including cost analysis, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, inventory management, fixed asset management, and collaborating with other departments to optimize production efficiency and profitability, all while aligning with the company's strategic goals. You’ll thrive in this position if you’re: A Thought Leader: You are recognized as an authority in your field and have expertise that is sought after, making you an effective leader able to prioritize short term solutions and formulate long term vision. A Relationship Builder: You enjoy building genuine relationships with people at all levels inside and outside of an organization. Whether they’re a type A, B or Z personality, you easily establish a warm relationship, building an effective network around you. Exhaustively Meticulous: You appreciate attention to detail, leaving nothing to chance while understanding what deserves your immediate attention and what can wait. A Natural People Leader: You are a leader and coach adept at providing others with a clear direction, helping them see through the weeds while inspiring, motivating, developing and empowering them. Here’s more of what you’ll get to do: Manage the Financial Operations function of the West Coast plant and business partnership with the operation managers to understand operational challenges and provide financial insights to support decision-making. Develop and manage operational annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and financial performance metrics based on production plans, including variance analysis and commentary. Develop and maintain the cost accounting function, establishing standard costs for material and labor, determining cost variances and performing gross margin analysis. Monitor and analyze deviations between actual production costs and standard costs, identifying root causes of variances, and proposing corrective actions. Manage monthly close process and financial reporting, including production cost breakdowns, review of cost-related journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts, departmental cost summaries and preparation of financial reports. Report daily, weekly, and monthly operational key performance indicators and trends such as safety, quality, delivery, production and cost variances. Identify risks and recommend cost-saving measures to improve profitability. Oversee physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate inventory valuation and monitoring inventory levels to optimize production flow. Oversee and maintain fixed assets, including tracking additions, disposals. Ensure regular physical verifications and updating system data as needed. Manage the accounts payable function ensuring timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintaining accurate financial records. Coordinate with the production and operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency projects. Mentor and develop a team of three individuals, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls and company policies in all cost accounting and accounts payable practices. Collaborate with the corporate accounting team on financial close processes and external audits. What we require: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of financial operations and cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry. Minimum of 4 years of managerial experience. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis. Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop a team. High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to ethical standards and compliance. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. What we prefer: CPA or CMA certification. What we offer: Eligible for annual bonus Vacation and sick time Medical, Dental & Vision 401K with company match 25%-35% discount when dining as a guest Discounted cheesecake purchase program Annual stipend for dining in our restaurants About the Company: Recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® since 2014, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is a global $3.4 billion public company with 47,500 staff members across more than 300 casual dining restaurants, including The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, Grand Lux Cafe and Fox Restaurant Concepts. Internationally, 30 The Cheesecake Factory restaurants operate under licensing agreements. Our Bakery division creates over 35,000 delicious cheesecakes per day and other baked products for our restaurants, international licensees, and third-party bakery customers. We offer a people-centered culture and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences, and encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. #SoCheesecake #LifeAtCheesecake The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.