ArcBest · 6 hours ago
Senior Financial Operations Analyst - Vaux
Fort Smith, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expArcBest Technologies, Inc. is a tech and innovation team that provides custom-built solutions for the supply chain landscape. The Senior Financial Operations Analyst - Vaux will ensure cost accounting accuracy and operational FPA support while partnering closely with various departments to deliver reliable costing and performance insights.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance cost accounting processes to support accurate product and program profitability
Execute monthly close activities for manufacturing cost elements, including materials, labor, overhead, and related accruals
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to analyze cost drivers, support productivity initiatives, and validate savings
Support governance of cost rollups, BOM/routing accuracy, and cost-impacting change management
Perform day-to-day inventory accounting, controls, and reconciliation activities across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Administer cycle counts, physical inventory procedures, and variance analysis to ensure inventory accuracy
Contribute to annual plans, rolling forecasts, and management reporting with a focus on cost, margin, and operational performance
Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including cost analysis, inventory metrics, and KPI dashboards
Provide financial support to the SIOP process by translating demand/supply plans into updated forecasts and working-capital expectations
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements related to cost and inventory processes
Identify and recommend process improvements and system enhancements within ERP and analytics tools
Build strong cross-functional partnerships and serve as a trusted financial resource to Operations, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders
Other duties and projects, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, required
6 years of finance or accounting experience with exposure to cost accounting and inventory processes in a manufacturing, technology, logistics, or supply‑chain‑driven environment, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, required
Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation concepts, and key operational performance metrics
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and collaborate effectively across functions
Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, internal controls, and supporting audit activities
Preferred
6 years of finance or accounting experience with exposure to cost accounting and inventory processes in a manufacturing, technology, logistics, or supply‑chain‑driven environment, preferred
Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, preferred
Familiar with Power BI or analytics tools is a plus
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, preferred
Company
ArcBest
ArcBest solves complex logistics and transportation challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250M2025-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2016-03-07IPO
Leadership Team
Seth Runser
President and CEO-elect
Donald Pearson
Vice President, Treasurer
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