Senior Financial Analyst
The Judge GroupRole Overview
The Judge Group is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst. This is a full-time role in Arlington. The posted range is $90k to $95k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
LOCAL ONLY CANDIDATES TO DC/MD/VA - MUST BE GREEN CARD OR US CITIZEN!
Our client, a very top global food manufacturer continuing to grow and catapult in all portfolios, is currently seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst partnering with their Logistics division. Manufacturing background please.
- Serve as a core finance partner to Manufacturing and Operations by driving visibility into cost structures (materials, conversion, logistics), improving forecast accuracy, and enabling cost control and capital allocation decisions.
- Immediate interviews and hire! Join this exceptional team, culture, portfolio, and career path company! Must be Green card or US citizen; Local to the DC/VA/MD area (or reason to relocate there - i.e. family, etc.) Generous bonus and excellent benefits on top of base salary!
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
· Partner with Manufacturing to analyze product cost structure (materials, labor, conversion, yield) and identify cost drivers impacting profitability
· Own monthly manufacturing variance analysis (volume, yield, cost rate, mix), explaining deviations vs AOP and forecast
· Support cost optimization initiatives including plant efficiency, yield improvement and sourcing decisions
· Lead the annual operating plan and forecasting for Operations, SG&A and capital highlighting key risks and opportunities, while driving potential mitigating actions
· Develop driver-based models linking volume, yield and cost assumptions to financial outcomes
· Participate in the month-end close ensuring accuracy of results and understanding variance drivers
· Lead monthly reviews with stakeholders to ensure accountability and alignment on cost targets
· Support the development of the annual capital plan, forecasts and analytical review of projects to ensure the adherence to internal financial benchmarks
· Support capital planning and investment analysis of plants, including ROI, IRR and payback for manufacturing and operations initiatives
· Partner with operations to evaluate capacity expansion, automation and cost reduction projects
· Conduct ad hoc analyses and projects to support business management decisions
· Lead monthly G&A meetings with cost center owners to provide a clear understanding of results
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES:
· 3+ years of experience in FP&A, operations finance, or manufacturing finance, or similar role
· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field is required
· Strong understanding of cost drivers (materials, labor, overhead, logistics, etc)
· Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required - SAP HANA and Power BI a plus
· Prior work experience in industries such as Manufacturing or Food Manufacturing is preferred
· Analytical, ability to multi-task, attention to detail and self-motivated
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%) to support plant visits, operational reviews and cross-functional collaboration
Please send qualified resume to: lwertman judge.com
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How do I apply for the Senior Financial Analyst position at The Judge Group?
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Where is the Senior Financial Analyst position at The Judge Group located?
This position is based in Arlington. The Judge Group has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Senior Financial Analyst role at The Judge Group pay?
The Judge Group has posted a compensation range of $90k to $95k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Senior Financial Analyst role at The Judge Group posted?
This role was posted on April 22, 2026 (54 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Financial Analyst role at The Judge Group require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. The Judge Group lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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