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Plant Finance Manager

Aston Carter • Pleasant Prairie, WI • 14h ago

Job Title: Plant Finance Manager

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI

Department: Accounting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plant Finance Manager to lead financial operations at our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving financial performance through detailed analysis, cost management, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and ERP systems, with a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify performance gaps and opportunities for improvement.

Manage cost structures, pricing strategies, and margin evaluations to support business decisions.

Develop and maintain accurate labor and overhead rates in a standard cost environment.

Perform detailed cost accounting tasks, including variance analysis and cost validation.

Lead monthly financial close activities and prepare reports for internal stakeholders and corporate leadership.

Facilitate regular reviews of key performance indicators and guide teams in executing improvement plans.

Ensure adherence to internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance across business processes.

Coordinate and manage annual physical inventory counts and support audits from customers or government entities.

Evaluate capital investment proposals and provide financial projections to support decision-making.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

8+ years of experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.

Expertise in financial analysis, cost accounting, and financial reporting.

Proficiency in forecasting, financial modeling, and financial planning and analysis.

Strong experience in month-end financial processes and variance analysis.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle).

Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls.

Preferred Qualifications

CPA, CMA, or MBA is a plus.

Experience supporting capital investment decisions and ROI analysis.

Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $190000.00/yr.

401(k) retirement plan Bonus and incentive programsPaid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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