Analyst, Finance General
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant
pursuit of improving life 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, Kitchen Aid,
Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . 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
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Finance Analyst. This is an onsite role at our Greenville, Ohio location.
The Finance Analyst
- Manufacturing Operations serves as a vital financial co-pilot to plant leadership, operations, materials, and engineering teams at the Greenville manufacturing facility. In this role, you will drive operational efficiency by analyzing labor metrics and variances, managing plant spending and inventory controls, and delivering timely month-end close routines and forward-looking forecasts.
- Track and report core plant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), specifically Hours Per Equivalent Unit (HPEU), line yields, and daily/weekly operational efficiency metrics.
- Perform root-cause variance analyses on direct/indirect labor costs, overtime spikes, downtime impacts, and throughput to advise plant leadership on corrective actions.
- Sox control documentation and support of the process
- Support the development of the annual Profit Plan, quarterly operational forecasts, and long-range capacity planning for the facility.
- Support forecast departmental spending budgets, maintenance/tool crib (MRO) supplies, non-production inventory, and utility cost accruals.
- Execute monthly Excess & Uncommitted Raw Material Obsolescence (Obso) reserve calculations in SAP and perform account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end financial closing entries, cost allocations, balance sheet reconciliations, and SOX/IPE audit documentation.
- Any adhoc as necessary
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of experience in manufacturing administration
- Experience working on-site within a manufacturing or plant operations environment
- Bachelor's degree in Finance
- Strong foundational understanding of standard costing, manufacturing variance analysis, and operational cost drivers
- Practical experience utilizing SAP ECC / SAP BW for inventory transactions (e.g., ZMB
51) and cost center reporting - Experience with automated account reconciliation software (e.g., Black Line)
- Proven capability to translate complex shop-floor operational data into clear, actionable financial narratives for non-finance cross-functional partners
- Technical Knowledge:
Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, lookups, pivot tables, financial modeling) and working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP ECC / SAP BW)
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).
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home,…
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