Finance Business Partner at Custom… · Reading

Company Description

Custom Processing Services provides contract manufacturing/toll processing services to a wide variety of industries. Specialized processes center on particle size reduction using a number of methods including jaw crushing, pulverizing, micronizing and media milling. Additional services such as flash drying, surface treatments, blending, dispersing and packaging are also available. The Processing Pros provide new product development assistance from R&D concepts through their commercialization. In addition to CPS's technical grade facilities, a state-of-the art, dedicated building is available for cGMP processing.

Job Description

Custom Processing Services (CPS) is a fast growing, innovative manufacturing and transport company located in Reading, PA. CPS is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to oversee general accounting operations. Working at CPS is more than just a job. You’ll be an integral part of a team that helps CPS remain a leader in the Toll Manufacturing Industry.

The major responsibilities of this position are the following:

• You will report directly to the CFO and function primarily as the key financial liaison for our Birchmont Transport business; provide collaborative support, analysis and guidance to Birchmont Transport perform daily invoicing, accounting, financial modeling, reporting, deep dive analysis, budgeting and forecasting. You will also help to support the overall CPS finance organization as needed.

• Minimize outstanding accounts receivable by reaching out to customers regarding late payments. Determine root cause and correct going forward.

• Follow and communicate existing business processes. Identify opportunities for improvement. Support cross functional teams to improve or develop new processes where needed.

• Develop cost and pricing models, research financial variances and analyze financial data

• Prepare monthly reconciliations and financial statements

• Regularly update leaders regarding the financial status of the company

• Analyze business operations, financial commitments, costs, revenues, and trends to develop projections for future revenue and expenses

• Ensure compliance with accounting and finance standards and best practices

• Cash accounts reconciliation and cash flow analysis

• Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations

• Maintain general ledger and prepare month-end close procedures

• Analyze information and options by developing spreadsheet reports

• Support month-end / quarterly and year-end close process

• Assess the accuracy and completeness of financial statements and accounting records

• Establish well-documented systems for recordkeeping and accounting

• Determine actual versus quoted revenue

• Work with business leader and transportation operations manager to determine costs for job quotes

Qualifications

Success Factors:

The successful candidate will be an energetic and positive self-starter, outgoing, process driven, with a strong financial background in a fast paced and complex business environment. Outstanding accounting skills and attention to detail combine with professional communications to interface with all levels across the business. Some experience in the transport industry and/or manufacturing is preferred.

Requirements

• BS degree in Accounting

• 5+ years accounting and/or financial and cost accounting experience

• Outstanding MS Excel skills

• Proficiency in MS Office required

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Excellent organization and communication skills

• Planning – budget vs. actual and able to make recommendations

• Thrives in a fast paced and complex work environment

• QuickBooks experience (preferred)

• CPA or CMA (preferred)

Additional Information

Why Choose CPS?

At Custom Processing Services, we offer a variety of career opportunities which allows for learning new skills, contributing to innovative solutions, and growing throughout the organization.

We are proud of our core values that help us strive for excellence on our team and for our customers; accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, safety, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay on a weekly pay schedule
• High performance bonus incentives for most opportunities
• Unique work schedules that allow for work/life balance
• Career advancement program
• Exceptional Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available after 30 days of employment (with employer contribution)
• Employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account covering at least half of your Medical Insurance deductible depending on the deductible option you choose
• Access to a pre-tax, Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Dependent Care available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance available after 30 days of employment
• 10+ Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match available after 6 months of employment
• Employee Assistance Program offering free services such as confidential counseling, legal, and financial services, will preparation, and wellness programs
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities (20% off tuition at a local university!)
• Thanksgiving Turkey for you and your family to enjoy
• Fun events such as our Summer Picnic, Christmas Party, Manufacturing Day celebration, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employment: CPS will not unlawfully discriminate based upon race, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, religion, age disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, or any prohibited basis. This commitment applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotion, compensation, discipline, discharge, and any term or condition of employment. All employment decisions will be made and all personnel policies construed in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. All unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition of employment for Custom Processing Services.

Custom Processing Services and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. Unsolicited resumes will be reviewed as a referral, free of any charges or fees.