Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Plant Finance & Administrative Manager to lead the financial and accounting functions for a manufacturing facility. This position will serve as a key business partner to the General Manager and plant leadership team, providing financial guidance, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and operational insight.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment, managing multiple priorities, and translating financial information into actionable business recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the accounting and finance functions for the plant.
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the income statement and balance sheet.
- Oversee General Ledger activities, including posting, reconciliation, and financial accuracy.
- Develop and maintain effective internal controls and financial review processes.
- Manage accounts receivable and ensure customers adhere to agreed-upon payment terms.
- Partner with customers and internal teams to resolve financial and payment matters.
- Oversee purchasing personnel and support cost-effective vendor solutions.
- Obtain and evaluate competitive vendor bids and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to plant and corporate leadership.
- Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
- Analyze and communicate revenue, expense, and cost variances against budgets, forecasts, and prior-period results.
- Provide financial guidance and business recommendations to the General Manager and plant leadership.
- Monitor departmental performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Ensure appropriate training, supervision, and development of finance and administrative staff.
- Support corporate financial initiatives, reporting requirements, and special projects.
- Assist with pricing, financial planning, and cost-control initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- CPA or MBA preferred.
- Strong experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Experience working with General Ledger, balance sheets, income statements, accounts receivable, and internal controls.
- Strong understanding of cost control and financial planning.
- Experience partnering with plant, operations, or general management leadership.
- Strong vendor and customer relationship management skills.
- Experience supervising, training, and developing staff.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational performance.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Core Competencies
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cost Control
- Financial Planning
- Variance Analysis
- General Ledger
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Controls
- Accounts Receivable
- Pricing
- Vendor Management
- Customer Relations
- Business Partnership
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Leadership & Team Development
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Change Management
- Communication
- Business Acumen
- Organization & Time Management
Technology Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with accounting/ERP systems
- Ability to analyze financial data and develop meaningful reports
Education
Required:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Preferred:CPA and/or MBA
Experience
10+ years of accounting or finance experience required.
Experience within a manufacturing, plant, industrial, or operational environment is highly desirable.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to play a critical role in the financial performance of a plant while working directly with operational leadership. The successful candidate will have meaningful influence over budgeting, cost control, financial performance, process improvement, and business decisions.
If you're a finance leader who enjoys being close to the operation—not just behind a desk—and can turn financial data into business results, we'd like to hear from you.
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