Plant Finance Manager

About Us

Welcome to ANI Pharmaceuticals, where we are dedicated to improving and enhancing patients' lives through the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality pharmaceutical products. With a diverse portfolio of generic and branded pharmaceuticals, ANI is a trusted partner for healthcare providers, pharmacists, and patients alike. We understand the importance of accessibility, and our products are available across a wide range of therapeutic areas, contributing to the well-being of communities globally.

At ANI Pharmaceuticals, there are opportunities to contribute to our purpose every day. We value authenticity, knowledge, and hard work, and we strive to celebrate our employees in a positive environment.

Our culture empowers everyone to be successful and apply their full potential.

About The Role

The Plant Finance Manager will be a key member of the Accounting/Finance team and a critical partner to the Supply Chain and Operations functions. This position will manage accounting and finance processes, support key inventory and cost-related functions, and ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements. The role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• On a monthly basis, prepare and monitor budgeting and forecasting for inventory and inventory related cost centers and provide the site operations team with monthly actual vs. budget/forecast updates.
• Update quarterly production hours forecasting as part of the LE process.
• Support the annual forecast process for the site operational departments.
• Oversee the cycle count inventory program for the site.
• Prepare and analyze site inventory reserves including excess and obsolescence.
• Manage monthly and quarterly close activities, including journal entries, variance analysis, account reconciliations, and COGS reporting.
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure accurate ERP data and support manufacturing reporting.
• Lead costing setup, updates, and reporting processes for the East Windsor, NJ site.
• Review and track Equipment Purchase Requests (EPR) for the East Windsor, NJ site.
• Maintain Fixed Asset Accounting records including the monthly journal entries.
• Analyze and review inventory destruction requests.
• Support internal and external audit and SOX compliance activities.
• Continuously seek and implement process improvements across the accounting and finance function.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication; able to convey complex financial information to technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Demonstrated integrity and ability to act with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently while contributing in a team-oriented environment.
• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and business process improvements.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Customer service-oriented mindset with a positive, proactive approach.
• High comfort level with data processing and large data sets.
• Experience with ERP systems (manufacturing preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Access or database management a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and competing deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior pharmaceutical industry experience highly preferred.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment; ability to be in East Windsor, NJ site 3 days per week.