Senior Finance ManagerQuantum Fuel Systems LLC • Lake Forest, CA, US
Senior Finance Manager
Quantum Fuel Systems LLC • Lake Forest, CA, US
18 hours ago
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Job descriptionIn this role, you’ll play a critical part in connecting financial analysis with operational decision-making by : Cross-Training & Process Ownership : Engage in deep cross-training across Accounting, Treasury, and Manufacturing Finance to develop complete functional understanding, strengthen team capability, and ensure continuity of operations. Process Documentation & Standards : Review existing finance processes, document workflows, and update written procedures to ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency across all financial operations. Month-End Close Ownership : Take full ownership of the month-end close process by collaborating with Accounting to ensure timely, accurate financial results, including validation and approval of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Continuously improve close efficiency and reporting accuracy through process enhancement and automation. Treasury & Cash Management : Take ownership of all treasury activities, including developing and maintaining cash reporting, liquidity forecasts, and working-capital analyses to improve visibility and accuracy of short- and long-term cash positions. Manage liquidity planning, banking relationships, and capital deployment strategies to ensure optimal cash utilization. Implement and maintain modern treasury and liquidity platforms, including bank connectivity, API-based integrations, and automated cash reporting tools that enable real-time visibility. Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Engineering to provide financial insights that improve pricing, production efficiency, sourcing decisions, and investment planning. Lead implementation of cloud-based financial planning systems and dashboards - including platforms such as SAP HANA, OneStream, or Infor d / EPM - to automate reporting, integrate data sources, and improve forecasting accuracy, speed, and visibility across the business. Budgeting & Forecasting : Collaborate with Accounting and Operations on annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and variance analysis. Cost & Performance Analysis : Drive margin, cost, and working-capital analytics across manufacturing operations. Lead standard cost development and maintenance, support annual cost roll processes, and analyze variances between standard and actual costs to identify improvement opportunities in pricing, production efficiency, and inventory management. Strategic Insights : Deliver scenario analysis, capital project evaluation, and business case modeling for leadership decisions. Leadership & Business Partnership : Mentor junior finance staff, champion continuous improvement, and act as a strategic partner to Operations and Executive Leadership to drive profitable growth and operational excellence. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, master new systems quickly, and assume increasing responsibility over time. Demonstrate a proven track record of implementing or optimizing financial tools in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a quantitative field (e.g., Data Analytics, Mathematics, or Physics); MBA / CPA a plus. 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial systems, or analytical finance roles within manufacturing or industrial environments. Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, balancing execution detail with strategic perspective. Work in a high-growth, sustainability-driven industry leading the energy transition (CNG & Hydrogen). Drive finance transformation and digital reporting initiatives that directly impact company performance. Exposure across FP&A, Treasury, and Operational Finance, with strong growth potential. Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives. Long-term career development and leadership opportunities as we expand globally. If this opportunity resonates with you, you have the option to include a brief cover letter or statement outlining what draws you to our mission and how your experience aligns with this role. Salary range : $100,000-220,000 Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long-Term Disability
We’re expanding our Finance team to strengthen data-driven insights, financial transparency, and visibility into business performance as our global operations continue to scale.
We’re looking for a hands-on, intellectually curious Senior Finance Manager who combines deep financial modeling expertise with strong systems and process-implementation experience. This role partners across Accounting, Operations, Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, and Treasury to design scalable reporting tools, generate actionable insights, and support leadership in strategic and operational decision-making.
This position requires a highly proactive finance professional who seeks to understand end-to-end processes, take full ownership of deliverables, and build complete functional coverage across all areas.
Requirements
Core Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving mindset; comfortable working with complex data sets.
- Strong data analysis and modeling - expert in Excel and / or VBA; exposure to Python or AI analytics tools a strong plus.
- Proficient with data visualization and business intelligence tools.
- Strong command of financial reporting, FP&A processes, and manufacturing cost structures.
- Understanding of manufacturing operations and lean principles, with the ability to translate production efficiency and process improvement initiatives into financial impact.
- Proven track record of implementing and optimizing financial systems, dashboards, and reporting automation.
- Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures, inventory flows, and the relationship between P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow performance.
- Excellent communicator : able to translate financial data into actionable recommendations for non-finance stakeholders.
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Why You'll Love Working with Us :
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