Plant Finance Manager

Philadelphia Macaroni Company; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 93,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

STD/LTD/AD&D/Life

HSA

FSA

EAP

Hospital indemnity

Accident Insurance

Identity and Fraud Protection Plan

Legal

Critical Illness

Job summary

Winland Foods is seeking a Plant Finance Manager in Grand Forks to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for the plant. You will partner with the Plant Manager and senior leadership to drive operational efficiency and compliance with GAAP.

The role involves month-end close, inventory reporting, and profitability analysis across product lines, with opportunities to influence cost controls and strategic investments. A manufacturing background and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years proven experience in Accounting/Finance, preferably in manufacturing or food industry.

Responsibilities

• Performs month-end close activities.
• Develops annual budgets and forecasts for the plant.
• Analyzes financial performance against budget and provides variance analysis.
• Maintains accurate inventory reporting.
• Conducts profitability analysis for various product lines and initiatives.
• Monitors and controls plant operating expenses.
• Identifies cost‑saving opportunities and drives cost‑optimization initiatives.
• Partners with Department leads to analyze production costs and provides recommendations for efficiency improvements.
• Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP standards.
• Maintains plant control environment.
• Coordinates with auditors for annual financial audits.
• Stays updated with regulatory requirements and ensures compliance.
• Provides financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborates with other departments to evaluate investment opportunities and projects.
• Assesses financial risks and develops risk mitigation strategies.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Master's degree preferred

CPA or CMA certification is a plus

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

At Winland Foods, our success starts with people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day. As Plant Finance Manager at Winland Foods, you will be responsible for managing all financial aspects of the plant's operations. This includes budgeting, reporting, analysis of financial results, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Plant Finance Manager is a critical member of the Plant Steering team and partners with the Plant Manager to analyze operational performance of the plant and identify strategies to optimize performance. You will work closely with senior management to provide financial insights and support decision‑making processes.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ND Grand Forks

Job Type:

Finance Plant Accounting

Job Posting Title:

Plant Finance Manager

Schedule:

Primarily days, but must be flexible. This position supports a 24/7 plant operation.

Work Location:

1801 N 36th Street, Grand Forks, ND 58203

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:

$93k - $138k with additional bonus potential

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with match
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life
• HSA
• FSA
• EAP
• Hospital indemnity
• Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal
• Critical Illness.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs month-end close activities.
• Develops annual budgets and forecasts for the plant.
• Analyzes financial performance against budget and provides variance analysis.
• Maintains accurate inventory reporting.
• Conducts profitability analysis for various product lines and initiatives.
• Monitors and controls plant operating expenses.
• Identifies cost‑saving opportunities and drives cost‑optimization initiatives.
• Partners with Department leads to analyze production costs and provides recommendations for efficiency improvements.
• Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with company policies and GAAP standards.
• Maintains plant control environment.
• Coordinates with auditors for annual financial audits.
• Stays updated with regulatory requirements and ensures compliance.
• Provides financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborates with other departments to evaluate investment opportunities and projects.
• Assesses financial risks and develops risk mitigation strategies.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list of all tasks. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business needs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years proven experience in Accounting/Finance required, preferably in a manufacturing or food industry setting.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel to business meetings and/or company locations may be required

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.