Finance Manager

About Schumacher 

F. Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is people. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Preserve The Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of Schumacher North America, which is the largest division of the company.

The Finance Manager, Supply Chain & Operations, will serve as a key business partner to the leadership teams of Manufacturing, Logistics, and Supply Chain. This role is responsible for providing financial stewardship, analytical insights, and strategic guidance to optimize performance, manage costs, and support data-driven decision-making across the company's operational functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics departments.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of operational performance, including variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year results.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives, such as network optimization, capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting and presentations to senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.

Cost Management and Optimization:

• Act as a co-pilot to operational leaders, challenging assumptions and providing financial insights to drive cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Manage and control operational costs, including direct and indirect labor, materials, overhead, freight, and warehousing expenses.
• Conduct financial reviews of manufacturing plant performance, analyzing key metrics like cost of goods sold (COGS), conversion costs, and production variances.
• Partner with Procurement to analyze and manage raw material costs and with Logistics to optimize transportation and distribution costs.

Strategic Business Partnering:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Sales, to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Provide financial support for major projects, such as new product launches, facility expansions, or technology implementations, by developing business cases and financial justification.
• Influence business decisions by providing clear, data-driven recommendations and challenging the status quo.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and scorecards to monitor and report on operational and financial health.

Inventory and Working Capital Management:

• Analyze inventory levels, turns, and obsolescence, and collaborate with the supply chain team to improve inventory management and working capital efficiency.
• Provide financial oversight of physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Identify opportunities to improve cash flow through optimization of payables and receivables within the supply chain.

Process Improvement and Controls:

• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting, leveraging technology and automation where possible.
• Ensure strong financial controls and governance are in place across all operational functions to mitigate risks.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to operational finances.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Prior experience in an industry with inventory management, manufacturing, and/or logistics components a plus
• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis; prior FP&A experience preferred
• Experience with Vena or other reporting tools. Power BI / Tableau experience a plus
• Experience in cost center reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
• Comfort navigating ambiguity in an evolving and fast-paced business environment
• A self-starter able to operate autonomously but also work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, stay organized, and contribute a point-of-view
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and writing skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and change direction based on business needs
• A sense of urgency and willingness to take initiative and be proactive
• Strong time management skill

This role hybrid model three days a week in the NYC at our SOHO office and two days working from home  

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

Wealth Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing

• 401K Plan

Health Benefits:

• Dental Coverage

• Medical Coverage

• Prescription Drug Plan

• Vision Coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• TELADOC

Other Benefits:

• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 10 Company Holidays

• Bereavement Leave

• Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)

• Pet Insurance

• Short-Term Disability (STD)

• Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Parental Medical Leave

• Child Bonding Leave

• Employee Discount

Schumacher & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy, or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.