Operations Finance Manager, Nomex

Nomex Finance Operations Manager Arclin has an immediate opening for a Finance Operations Manager, Nomex. This opportunity will be a Hybrid role out our of Corporate Headquarters in the Metro Atlanta Area (Alpharetta, Ga). Qualified candidates are encouraged to review the description below and apply! About Arclin You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind. With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind. As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure. Role Overview This role is expected to work closely with business and finance leadership and may require periodic travel to manufacturing locations and integration sites. The Nomex Finance Operations Manager will serve as the senior finance partner for multiple Nomex® business lines, driving financial performance, strategic decision support, forecasting, product and plant profitability analysis, and operational reporting. Reporting to the Aramids Finance Director, this role will help business leaders understand revenue, margin, pricing, cost structure, and investment decisions while maintaining a strong control environment. The role is also critical to acquisition integration, including harmonizing financial processes, systems, reporting, and KPIs across newly acquired or evolving business units. Job Responsibilities Leadership Across Nomex Business Lines Serve as the primary financial partner to operations leaders, providing insight on cost structure, and strategic initiatives. Lead Operations cost forecasting and performance management across multiple business lines with varying growth profiles and operating models. Develop standardized reporting and KPIs that enable consistent performance measurement across the portfolio. Support business structure and process changes that enable clearer accountability, more meaningful performance management, and more consistent management reporting across Nomex business lines. Business Reporting & Analytics Oversee monthly operations reviews, financial dashboards, and reporting for business and operations leadership Prepare timely, accurate, and insight‑rich ad‑hoc analyses for leaders, including deep dives on performance trends and operational performance. Provide financial modeling and decision support for capital projects, including business case development, return analysis, scenario modeling, and post-investment performance tracking. Ensure all reporting meets the rigor, transparency, and consistency expected by institutional investors and outside stakeholders. Drive automation and standardization of reporting across business units and newly acquired entities. Implement data governance and analytics capabilities that improve visibility into performance drivers and operational efficiency. Control Environment Partner with Controllership, Internal Audit, and IT to ensure FP&A processes, reporting, and financial systems meet strong control requirements. Establish documentation, controls, and review processes for budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Support controlled forecasting models, Board reporting, and financial disclosure support by maintaining clear assumptions, review evidence, version control, and management sign-offs. Ensure integration of newly acquired businesses into controls related processes and reporting structures. M&A Integration & Growth Enablement Participate in financial due diligence and valuation support for acquisitions. Harmonize financial processes, systems, and data structures across acquired entities. Identify synergies, cost‑savings opportunities post‑acquisition. Management and Cross‑Functional Communications Partner with Operations, Product, HR, and IT to align financial plans with operational execution. Build strong relationships with Operations leaders to influence decision‑making and drive accountability. Systems Participate in the accounting workstream for the greenfield SAP S/4HANA implementation. Participate in the design, implementation, governance, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA finance modules, including General Ledger, Asset Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, and Profitability Analysis, ensuring alignment with business strategy, scalability, and compliance. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA and MBA preferred. Experience: 8+ years of progressive FP&A, operations finance, or business finance experience, including leadership roles in multi-business, manufacturing, or high-growth environments. Strong experience with customer profitability, pricing strategy, forecasting, and commercial decision support. Demonstrated ability to operate in a SOX-compliant control environment. Experience integrating newly acquired companies, including systems, processes, reporting, and KPI alignment. Technical Knowledge: Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills, including experience with Excel, Power BI, data lakes, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools. Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA or comparable ERP environments, with experience building automated reporting, dashboards, and analytics capabilities. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, including setting priorities, improving processes, and building credibility with cross-functional business partners. Other Skills: Excellent communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior leaders, translate complex financial information into actionable business insights, and operate effectively in a PE-backed or rapidly scaling company.