Plant Accounting Manager

Attindas Hygiene Partners; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Attindas Hygiene Partners in Greenville, North Carolina is seeking an Accounting professional to lead cost savings initiatives and financial reporting for their plant operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business and 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Mastery of Microsoft Office and strong analytical skills are essential, along with possible CPA/CMA qualifications.

This role is pivotal in driving financial performance and supporting plant leadership.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment within an accounting role.
• Mastery skill level and knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost savings initiatives for the plant.
• Participate in preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budgets.
• Provide analytical support to the Plant Manager as requested.

Skills

Microsoft Office Products

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field

Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Accounting/Finance; CPA/CMA License

Tools

Oracle Financial Systems

Job description

Attindas Hygiene Partners designs, manufactures, and markets absorbent hygiene products. The company sells adult incontinence and infant diapers, among other products, into the healthcare, retail, and direct-to-consumer channels under brands including Attends, Indas, and Comfees as well as a wide range of private label brands for retailers.

Mission

We champion health, dignity and comfort.

Vision

To be a global leader in absorbent hygiene by meeting consumers’ diverse needs through effective, affordable and widely available personal care solutions.

Our Values

Personal, Agile, Innovative, and Integrity

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost savings initiatives for the plant to include execution, progress tracking and impact to financial results.
• Participate in preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budgets – including Manufacturing Spend & Labor Models.
• Lead efforts to understand fluctuations in material usage variances.
• Completes monthly inventory capitalization analysis for Attends and drives improvements to properly value inventories on a monthly basis.
• Review plant results with Leadership and complete follow-up requirements in order to timely report monthly financial results.
• Review budget/forecast vs. actual spend, by account, with plant department managers to discuss and explain variances.
• Ensure month‑end close deadlines related to plant items are met. Analyze plant‑related general ledger accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of balances.
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly plant reports specifically tracking and validation of Key Performance Indicators.
• Develop ad‑hoc reports and costing scenarios, as needed, for both internal and external customers.
• Ensure that plant internal controls are adequate and adhered to. Examples include physical inventory counts for FG, RM, and spare parts.
• Provide analytical support to the Plant Manager as requested.
• Review and prepare Capex Appropriation Requests for propriety and payback.
• Act as a liaison between the plant personnel and divisional personnel for accounting‑related issues.
• Assist in establishing operating procedures and reporting tools that allow management to make informed business decisions.
• Member of plant leadership team as an active participant in plant leadership processes and meetings as defined by the Plant Manager.
• Champions plant leadership team ideas and concerns to North American Finance team.
• Train and support plant personnel on accounting related procedures.
• Assist in annual audit review and SOX compliance for internal and external auditors.
• Assist in calculating annual standard cost updates for plant conversion costs.
• Review financial transactions and apply accounting theory and principles to ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Lead, participate and ensure accurate reporting of special projects or perform other related duties as assigned.
• Scope of job including impact on the business, operating budget, direct reports, sales budget, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment within an accounting role.
• Mastery skill level and knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Analytical skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Accounting/Finance; CPA/CMA License
• Knowledge of Oracle Financial Systems preferred