Accounting Analyst - Manufacturing - Cleveland, TN

Whirlpool, Inc.; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Cleveland, TN is seeking an Analyst Accounting to manage daily finance operations on site. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will ensure SOX-compliant reporting, assist with forecasting, and drive process improvements across manufacturing finance functions.

The role emphasizes analytical insight, cross-functional collaboration, and cost-management within a leading home appliances company. This position offers on-site work with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 2+ years of finance or accounting experience.
• 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Lean principles and continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Own internal reporting and controls with adherence to SOX.
• Provide near and long-range forecasting (Profit Plan; monthly outlook).
• Learn month-end journal entries and backup finance tasks as needed.
• Drive improvements in key financial processes to improve data quality and efficiency.
• Deliver analytical insights to influence business decisions and partner with process teams.
• Lead Cost Deployment activities and support World Class Manufacturing Pillar.

Skills

Autonomy

Lean principles

Problem solving

Communication skills

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Google Suite

SAP

Job description

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 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates for a Analyst Accounting. This is an onsite role at our Cleveland, TN location.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Analyst is a key position that is responsible for the day to day Finance operations. This position ensures that all daily activities within the Finance Department are customer focused and performed in a manner consistent with achievement of the plant and finance vision, goals and objectives.

Your responsibilities will include

• Internal Reporting Ownership & Controls
  • Ensure strict adherence to all Whirlpool manufacturing standards and SOX controls
  • Daily operational reporting (labor, consumable spend, overtime, and scrap)
• Forecasting and Planning
  • Provide near and long-range forecasting (including Profit Plan) to enhance strategic decision making (strategy planning, annual profit plan, and monthly outlook)
  • Learn month-end journal entries & other finance tasks as backup to other finance team members
• Manage and Drive Process Efficiency
  • Drive improvements in key financial processes to optimize efficiency and quality of data
• Drive Analytical Insights for Process Partner
  • Deliver analytical insights and influence decision-making by influencing business partners
  • Establish relationships with process partners in the finance organization that facilitate effective collaboration and drive positive change in our processes
• Key member of World Class Manufacturing (WCM)
  • Be fully competent in CD Pillar Methodology
  • Lead and assist in training to support Cost Deployment activities
  • Drive cost savings by identifying gaps through resource allocation decision and analysis, capital requisition and cost management

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• 2+ years of finance or accounting experience
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Preferred skills and experiences

• Ability to work autonomously with little oversight and make prudent and informed decisions, often quickly and with limited information
• Strong understanding of Lean principles, tools, and methodologies. Proven track record in driving continuous improvement via lean tools (World Class Manufacturing experience)
• Must be able to identify problems, analyze root cause and implement solutions that address the root-cause and minimize business risk
• Proven ability to grow individual and organization competency through proactive coaching and mentoring
• Strong communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution and team building skills
• Value diversity of ideas, opinions, experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives needed to foster a competitive global business environment
• Strong technology skills, particularly with the Google suite of applications and SAP

What we offer

Generous benefits package, 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. 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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

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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.