Plant Finance Manager
Winland Foods
Plant Finance Manager
Winland Foods
Global private-label and branded food manufacturer
Employee Type:
Full timeLocation:
ND Grand ForksJob Type:
Finance Plant AccountingJob Posting Title:
Plant Finance ManagerJob Description:
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 withadditionalbonus 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, and Critical Illness.
RolesandResponsibilities:
Performs month-end close activities.
Develops annual budgets and forecasts for the plant.
Analyzes financial performance against budget and provides variance analysis.
Maintainsaccurateinventory reporting.
Conducts profitability analysis for various product lines and initiatives.
Monitors and controls plant operating expenses.
Identifiescost-saving opportunities and drives cost optimization initiatives.
Partners with Department leads toanalyzeproduction costs and provides recommendations for efficiency improvements.
Ensuresaccurateandtimelyfinancial reportingin accordance withcompany policies and GAAP standards.
Maintains plant controlenvironment.
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.
Collaborateswith other departments to evaluate investment opportunities and projects.
Assesses financial risks anddevelopsrisk mitigation strategies.
Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list of all tasks.Additionaltasks and duties may be assigned from time to time asnecessitatedby business needs.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related fieldrequired;Master'sdegree preferred.
CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
Minimum of 8yearsproven experience in Accounting/Financerequired, preferably in a manufacturing or food industry setting.
Strong knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, and financial analysis.
Proficiencyin 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.Global private-label and branded food manufacturer
Winland Foods manufactures private label and branded food products for retailers, co-packers, and foodservice customers. It produces a wide range of meal-prep items—such as pasta, sauces, dressings, syrups, jams, pie fillings, pita chips, and dry dinners—for both private label and its own brands, supplying mainstream grocers, big-box retailers, e-commerce platforms, and industrial customers. The company differentiates itself through a vertically integrated, globally scaled supply chain and by operating within Windoria, a broader group formed with La Doria to expand reach across North America and Europe. Its goal is to meet growing private-label demand by offering diverse manufactured foods at scale through the Windoria platform.
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