Plant Finance Controller

Whirlpool Corporation; Amana (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness & educational reimbursement

Kitchenettes

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Amana, Iowa, seeks a Manager, Finance Operations (Plant Controller) to lead the finance team at the manufacturing facility and drive strategy and operational excellence. The role partners with engineering, procurement and manufacturing to ensure robust product costing and financial integrity.

You will guide budgeting, forecasting and cost deployment within a World Class Manufacturing framework, champion internal controls, and push for continuous financial process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years in a Manufacturing company in an Accounting/Finance role.
• CPA/CMA or MBA preferred.
• People management experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience with WCM and cost accounting background.
• Ability to understand manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical mind with trend recognition.
• Leadership and ability to influence across teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide, mentor and develop the finance team in day-to-day activities.
• Lead month-end processes, forecasts and annual plans with robust reporting.
• Develop internal controls and ensure policy compliance.
• Drive financial analysis, resource allocation, and capital management.
• Work cross-functionally to identify cost reductions and budgets.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement and manufacturing on product costing.
• Support new product development and cost deployment within WCM.
• Drive continuous improvement in plant financial processes and compliance.
• Manage plant budgets and promote accountability with operations.
• Provide direction to manufacturing leadership and corporate finance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA/CMA or MBA

Tools

Cost accounting

World Class Manufacturing (WCM)

Job description

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 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

Currently, we are seeking qualified candidates for a Manager, Finance Operations (Plant Controller) in Amana, Iowa. This role is a great opportunity to be part of the leadership team in a manufacturing facility, driving overall strategy and operational excellence.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Guide, mentor and develop the organization's finance team in day-to-day financial activities.


• Lead month-end processes, monthly forecasts and yearly plans. Deliver robust financial reporting.


• Develop and implement Internal Controls, and ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.


• Drive operational performance through robust financial analysis, resource allocation decision and analysis, capital requisition and management.


• Work cross-functionally to identify gaps and cost reduction opportunities. Partner with budget owners to elevate financial acumen and develop holistic budget strategies.


• Serve as a liaison between engineering, procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and accurate product costing. Support new product development and introduction.


• Drive continuous improvement in plant financial processes, standardization and compliance.


• Manage plant budgets and drive accountability and transparency with operations.


• Provide direction and guidance to manufacturing leadership and corporate finance functions.


• Lead the Cost Deployment Pillar of Amana’s WCM leadership team.


• A vital member of the Manufacturing Plant’s leadership team.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree


• 4+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance


• 2+ years of experience working for a Manufacturing company in an Accounting or Finance role

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• CPA/CMA or MBA


• People Management experience


• Manufacturing experience, with World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and cost accounting background


• Ability to understand manufacturing operations


• A strong analytical mind that helps see trends/patterns not obviously visible


• Strong leadership skills that enable influencing a wide range of individuals within and outside the manufacturing operations


• Ability to work cross-functionally to drive alignment that is in the best interest of the company


• Excellent communications and presentation skills to present operating results to various leadership teams

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

Benefits

• 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.

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.