Plant Financial ManagerJoin Ashley Furniture as a Plant Financial Manager and become a strategic financial partner to facility management. In this role, you'll go beyond traditional cost accounting—you'll be on the manufacturing floor, analyzing operations, identifying improvement opportunities, and driving financial performance through data-driven insights and collaborative problem-solving.This position combines hands-on financial analysis with operational excellence, supporting facility leadership in making sound business decisions that achieve goals while protecting assets and ensuring accurate financial reporting.What You'll DoFinancial Analysis & Strategic PartnershipProvide effective and accurate financial analysis tools to operations managementIdentify and implement process improvement projects and cost reduction initiativesCollaborate with operations to analyze, determine, and implement process changes to meet or exceed budgeted goalsPartner with management to develop process improvement objectives including Vision Tracker and X to Y projectsServe as the company's financial representative for assigned facilityCost Accounting & AccuracyMaintain bill of materials, labor routings, and IFM account classifications for accuracyUtilize tools such as Miscellaneous Inventory Transactions, labor variance tracking, and budget vs. actual reportingReview inventory balances and ensure perpetual inventories align with financial reporting systemsPerform standard cost accounting functions for asset protection and accurate financial reportingUnderstand and assist with incentive pay and local finance-related questionsBudgeting & Financial PlanningParticipate in budget development processConduct regular follow-up with management on budget performanceProvide detailed variance analysis and actionable recommendationsVendor & Contract ManagementMeet with utility companies and local vendors to review contractual situationsNegotiate best possible rates and termsIdentify and submit Authorization For Expenditure (AFE) for new equipment, machinery, make vs.
buy decisions, and temporary vs. permanent laborTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead and develop team of 2-3 direct reportsMake employment decisions including hiring, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, and pay adjustmentsManage employee performance through coaching, mentoring, and performance reviewsConduct weekly team meetings and regular individual employee meetingsRecommend, plan, and implement employee training and skill developmentAudit regularly to ensure adherence to standard operating proceduresMaintain accurate employee time-keeping and absentee recordsContinuous ImprovementGo directly to the work being done to identify improvement opportunitiesSeek to understand "why" something works the way it does through study and improvementManage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods, and materialsWhat You'll BringRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience)5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environmentTravel opportunities availableFlexible schedule with willingness to work extended hours when necessaryTechnical Skills & KnowledgeCost accounting and general accounting expertiseBusiness management acumenComputerized accounting systems experienceProficient computer skills including Microsoft Office SuiteStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesContinuous Improvement methodology knowledgeProfessional CompetenciesProblem solvingDelegationBusiness acumenPerseveranceBuilding effective teamsMotivating othersConflict managementCommunication & Interpersonal SkillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsDisplay empathy, understanding, and patience with employees and external customersRespond professionally in difficult situations with employees, vendors, or customersPersonal AttributesStrong attention to detailEffective time management and organizational skillsWork independently and in a team environmentMaintain confidentialityHandle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraintsPerform under strong demands in a fast-paced environmentWhy Ashley Furniture?Partner directly with operations leadership to drive business resultsHands-on role with visibility to entire manufacturing operationOpportunity to make tangible impact through process improvements and cost savingsLead and develop a finance teamCollaborative environment that values continuous improvementCareer growth opportunities within Finance organizationCompetitive compensation and benefits packageOur Core ValuesProblem Solving - Finding better ways to workBusiness Acumen - Understanding the financial impactBuilding Effective Teams - Developing people and partnershipsPerseverance - Driving results through challengesIntegrity - Doing what's rightReady to Apply?Join Ashley Furniture Industries as a Plant Cost Manager and drive financial performance through operational excellence!Ashley Furniture Industries is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.