Plant Finance Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Plant Finance Manager to serve as a key financial leader within a manufacturing environment. This role will partner closely with plant leadership to drive operational performance, ensure financial accuracy, and deliver meaningful insights that support business decisions.

The Plant Finance Manager will own all plant-level financial activities, acting as the primary liaison between operations and finance. This individual will play a hands-on role in monitoring costs, managing inventory, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all accounting and financial activities for the plant, including general ledger, cost accounting, and financial reporting
• Manage and execute the month-end and year-end close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance
• Develop and maintain standard costs and monitor production variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Partner with plant leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning efforts
• Oversee inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventory, reconciliations, and valuation
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Support capital investment decisions through financial modeling and return on investment analysis
• Provide clear financial insight and reporting to both plant leadership and corporate stakeholders
• Drive process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational effectiveness

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis
• Proven ability to partner with operations and influence business decisions
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting processes
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working within an ERP system
• QAD experience

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into business insights
• Ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities
• High level of attention to detail and accountability

LHH Recruitment Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and additional employee wellness programs. LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Pay Details: $110,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

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