Manager, General Finance

Whirlpool Corporation • Benton Harbor, MI • 3d ago

Requisition ID: 71969

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool , KitchenAid , JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .

The team you will be a part of

The Finance General team manages the planning and direction of finance process and activities. Activities include the efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs. As a Finance Manager at Whirlpool, you will join our world-class Finance organization. Depending on your background and the most pressing business needs, you may be placed into critical leadership roles across various areas including Commercial Finance, Cost & Operations, Corporate Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Global Strategic Sourcing.

This role in summary

In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the business, driving financial performance, understanding overall business objectives, and setting strategic direction for your area. You will frame and clarify analytical problems, drive cross-functional planning, and build strong fellowship among teams and business partners to embed lasting value and protect our business controls.

This role is located in Benton Harbor, Michigan and is fully onsite, Monday through Friday. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

Your responsibilities will include

Financial Strategy & Planning: Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes. Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for growth or cost optimization.

Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with [GAAP / IFRS] standards. Present fiscal metrics directly to executive leadership.

Serve as an agent and sponsor for change for the Finance organization, challenging status quo thinking and taking informed risks to expand opportunities

Identify areas of opportunity independently and formulate actionable, strategic plans to solve complex business problems and close knowledge/system gaps

Make timely decisions that balance speed and sufficient data/information to navigate dynamic business environments

Effectively articulate strategic and operational goals and progress to all levels of the organization, translating macroeconomic trends into actionable business insights

Lead cross-functional planning and forecasting processes, identifying upstream and downstream process and control implications across finance and business functions

Supervise, evaluate, and develop talent, actively managing career development plans, teaching complicated concepts, and identifying strengths and areas of opportunity within your team

Cash Flow & Capital Management: Monitor and optimize working capital, manage cash flow forecasting

Internal Controls & Audit: Establish, maintain, and audit robust internal financial controls to safeguard

Minimum requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field

5+ years of relevant work experience in corporate finance, accounting, or related fields

Preferred skills and experiences

MBA or professional financial certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, FRM)

High proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data extraction/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Determined, perseverant mindset with a track record of achieving aspirational targets despite obstacles

Insightful and receptive to feedback, demonstrating flexibility to learn, grow, and anticipate issues quickly

Ability to effectively work cross-regionally and cross-culturally in a highly matrixed organization

What we offer

Generous benefits package (https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-experienced/) , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

Additional information

Whirlpool's Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:

Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.

Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.

Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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