Job title: financial expert
we are seeking an experienced financial expert to join our cost management team.
this role reports to the director of cost and inventory and will support our global operations team in optimizing cost, inventory, and supply chain projects.
the financial expert will be responsible for driving multiple critical erp projects and sap enhancements required to keep up with changes in the business. They will also own forecasting and tracking tariff spends as well as running scenario analysis for various supply chain options to minimize tariff risk.
this is a fast-paced environment where we value partnership, creative problem-solving, and adaptability. Preferred locations are guadalajara, san jose, ca, and sacramento, ca. This role has the option of being fully remote.
key responsibilities:
* support the director of cost and inventory in driving projects and recommendations that optimize cost, inventory, and supply chain.
* drive multiple critical erp projects and sap enhancements.
* own forecasting and tracking tariff spends.
* run scenario analysis for various supply chain options to minimize tariff risk.
requirements:
* strong finance and accounting acumen; prior financial experience with cost & inventory experience is strongly preferred.
* advanced microsoft excel experience including building complex models with multiple input files, using complex formulas and lookups, creating scenarios and sensitivity tables, and ability to trace and resolve issues.
* sap expertise, specifically around cost & inventory.
* strong project management skills.
* action-oriented – someone who pursues work with enthusiasm, drive, and a possibility mindset.
* ability to partner across organizations and at multiple levels in the organization.
preferred qualifications:
* experience in inventory management, inventory valuation, or cost accounting.
* experience in technology, semi-conductor, or manufacturing sectors.
* experience with sap.
additional information:
this role requires a strong understanding of financial analysis, cost management, and supply chain optimization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.