Position Title
IT ERP – Finance Specialist
Department
Information Technology / Finance Systems
Reports To
Director of Information Technology
Location
Danville, VA
POSITION SUMMARY
The IT ERP – Finance Specialist is responsible for supporting, optimizing, and maintaining ERP financial systems and related business applications within a lithium battery separator manufacturing environment. This role serves as the primary functional and technical resource for ERP finance modules, including General Ledger (G/L), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), costing, inventory management, Bills of Material (BOM), routing, and financial analytics.
The position plays a critical role in the implementation, administration, reporting, and continuous improvement of NetSuite ERP systems and associated business intelligence platforms such as SuiteAnalytics and Power BI. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of manufacturing finance processes, ERP systems, business analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.
COMPANY CORE VALUES
Safety
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Follow all company safety procedures, IT security standards, and compliance requirements.
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Support secure and reliable ERP system operations that protect company data and business continuity.
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Promote safe and compliant technology practices across the organization.
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Support operational and cybersecurity awareness initiatives.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
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Identify opportunities to improve ERP functionality, reporting capabilities, and process automation.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and data accuracy.
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Recommend system enhancements and technology solutions that improve business performance.
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Assist in implementing new ERP tools, analytics capabilities, and process improvements.
Teamwork & Collaboration
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Build strong working relationships with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Leadership teams.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to support ERP implementations, upgrades, and business process improvements.
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Provide technical support and guidance to end users across departments.
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Foster effective communication and teamwork throughout all project phases.
Accountability
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Ensure ERP data integrity, financial accuracy, and reporting reliability.
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Maintain ownership of assigned ERP projects, system support activities, and implementation tasks.
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Deliver timely support and resolution of system issues and user requests.
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Follow company procedures, compliance standards, and project timelines consistently.
Integrity
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Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial and operational data.
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Ensure transparency and accuracy in reporting, analytics, and system configurations.
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Demonstrate ethical decision-making and accountability in all responsibilities.
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Treat employees, customers, vendors, and stakeholders with professionalism and respect.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
ERP System Administration & Support
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Support implementation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of NetSuite ERP systems.
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Serve as functional support resource for finance-related ERP modules and business processes.
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Troubleshoot ERP issues and coordinate resolution with internal teams and external vendors.
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Maintain ERP master data, workflows, user access, and system configurations.
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Support ERP upgrades, testing, integrations, and system enhancements.
Finance Systems & Reporting
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Support and maintain ERP modules related to:
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General Ledger (G/L)
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Accounts Payable (AP)
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Accounts Receivable (AR)
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Fixed Assets
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Cost Accounting
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Inventory Management
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Manufacturing Costing
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BOM & Routing Structures
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Assist with month-end and year-end financial system processes.
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Support financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
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Develop and maintain ERP reporting tools and dashboards.
Manufacturing & Inventory Support
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Support manufacturing system functionality related to production orders, inventory transactions, and costing.
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Maintain Bills of Material (BOM), routing structures, and inventory accuracy within ERP systems.
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Assist operations and finance teams with inventory analysis and cost reporting.
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Support material tracking, cycle count processes, and production reporting.
Analytics & Business Intelligence
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Develop reports, dashboards, and analytics using:
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NetSuite SuiteAnalytics
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Power BI
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ERP reporting tools
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Analyze operational and financial data to support business decisions.
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Create KPI dashboards and automated reporting solutions.
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Support leadership with reporting, forecasting, and data visualization needs.
Project Management & Continuous Improvement
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Participate in ERP implementation and optimization projects.
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Identify opportunities for automation and process standardization.
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Assist with documentation, SOP development, and user training.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational and financial performance.
User Support & Training
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Provide ERP user support and troubleshooting assistance.
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Conduct end-user training related to ERP systems and reporting tools.
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Develop training materials and process documentation.
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Assist departments with system adoption and best practices.
OBJECTIVES
Safety Objectives
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Support secure and compliant ERP operations while following company IT and safety standards.
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Promote awareness of cybersecurity, data protection, and system reliability best practices.
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Ensure system processes support operational compliance and business continuity.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Objectives
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Identify opportunities to improve ERP efficiency, reporting automation, and data visibility.
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Support implementation of new ERP capabilities and business intelligence tools.
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Develop reporting solutions that improve operational and financial decision-making.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce manual processes and improve data accuracy.
Teamwork & Collaboration Objectives
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Build strong partnerships with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Leadership teams.
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Support cross-functional ERP implementation and process improvement initiatives.
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Promote effective communication and responsiveness when supporting users and project teams.
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Foster collaboration that supports operational efficiency and organizational success.
Accountability Objectives
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Ensure ERP configurations, financial data, and reporting outputs are accurate and reliable.
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Maintain ownership of assigned projects, support tasks, and implementation timelines.
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Deliver timely resolution of ERP system issues and user support requests.
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Follow all company procedures, compliance requirements, and documentation standards consistently.
Integrity Objectives
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Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial and operational information.
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Ensure transparency and accuracy in all reporting, analytics, and system activities.
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Demonstrate ethical decision-making and accountability in daily responsibilities.
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Support a culture of trust, professionalism, and operational excellence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
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Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business Systems, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
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Equivalent ERP implementation or systems experience may be considered.
Experience
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3–7 years of ERP systems experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.
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Experience with NetSuite ERP implementation and support strongly preferred.
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Experience supporting finance systems, costing, inventory, BOMs, routing, and manufacturing operations required.
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Experience with SuiteAnalytics, Power BI, SQL, or business intelligence reporting tools preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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Strong understanding of ERP systems and manufacturing finance processes.
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Knowledge of G/L, AP, AR, inventory, costing, and financial reporting workflows.
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Experience with manufacturing operations, BOM structures, and routing processes.
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Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
CORE COMPETENCIES
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ERP Systems Knowledge
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Financial Systems Expertise
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Business Intelligence & Analytics
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Problem Solving
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Technical Aptitude
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Continuous Improvement
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Teamwork & Collaboration
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Accountability
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Attention to Detail
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Communication
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Project Management
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Integrity
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Customer Service Orientation
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Office and manufacturing environment exposure.
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Frequent interaction with ERP systems, reporting platforms, and operational teams.
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Occasional support outside standard business hours during implementations or system upgrades.
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Limited travel may be required for training or project support.
WHY JOIN US
Join a growing leader in lithium battery separator manufacturing focused on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. This role provides the opportunity to support advanced ERP technologies, drive business intelligence initiatives, and contribute directly to the future of battery manufacturing operations.
