{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ef22b2ca0bdd32ae15523b65","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ef22b2ca0bdd32ae15523b65","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ef22b2ca0bdd32ae15523b65","title":"Finance Manager","description":".buttontext0bbe0c8c30f36282 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext0bbe0c8c30f36282 a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #ffffff !important; outline: none !important; }\nFinance Manager\n\nLocation:\nCassopolis, Michigan, MI, US, 49031\n\n#job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }\nCareer area: Finance & Accounting\n\nDepartment:\nJob Type: Permanent\nApply by: August 31 , 2026\n\nWHY HYDRO\n\nHydro Aluminum Metals is a great place to build a career if you’re looking to work for a stable, global company that values innovation, sustainability, and its people. Employees contribute to meaningful, real-world products while working with modern technology in a safe, team-oriented environment. With competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement, Hydro offers more than just a job, it offers a place where your work matters, and your career can grow.\n\nWHAT YOU WILL BE DOING\n\nAs the Finance Manager, you will serve as a trusted business partner to the Plant Manager and leadership team, providing financial leadership that supports operational excellence, profitability, and sustainable growth. You will oversee all aspects of the facility's financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and insightful business analysis that drives informed decision-making.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nPartner with plant leadership to develop annual business plans, operating budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs).\n\nProvide financial analysis and recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and operational performance.\n\nLead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including financial reporting both under USGAAP and IFRS Standards, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, Hedge reconciliation for the production facility and KPI reporting.\n\nAnalyze manufacturing performance, including production yields, inventory valuation, and material usage.\n\nSupport Corporate Accounting in matters related to local property tax reporting, annual renditions, and tax incentive opportunities.\n\nCoordinate and oversee cycle counts and annual physical inventories for raw materials, finished goods, maintenance inventory, operating supplies, and fixed assets.\n\nMonitor facility utility consumption and costs—including electricity, natural gas, water, argon, and oxygen—and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.\n\nLead the financial planning and administration of capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including business case development, project tracking, financial reporting, and capital asset accounting.\n\nAssist in procurement of mobile equipment, including capital expenditure or capital lease decision process.\n\nSupport internal and external audits, insurance reporting, and other corporate financial requirements.\n\nServe as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors by tracing transactions, gathering supporting documents, and explaining control processes.\n\nDevelop financial models, dashboards, and business analyses that support strategic and operational decision-making.\n\nEnsure compliance with Hydro policies, accounting standards, internal controls, and all applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nOrganize, prepare, and maintain accurate Audit Documentation(e.g., workpapers, schedules, and reconciliation tie-outs) in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial processes and improve operational efficiency.\n\nChampion Hydro's commitment to Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and sustainability by fostering a safe workplace and ensuring compliance with all company standards.\n\nWHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL\n\nStrong business and financial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.\n\nExceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\n\nAbility to influence business decisions through financial analysis and collaboration.\n\nStrong leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities.\n\nHigh level of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.\n\nExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.\n\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.\n\nProficiency with ERP systems and financial software, including SAP, SAP Fiori, Oracle HFM, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, ADP, Kronos (or equivalent), and APICS Bill of Materials management tools.\n\nPassion for continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and operational excellence.\n\nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR\n\nBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.\n\nMinimum of five (5) years of progressive finance or accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.\n\nDemonstrated knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, financial reporting, and internal controls.\n\nStrong Microsoft Excel and ERP system proficiency.\n\nAbility to work independently while building strong partnerships across multiple departments.\n\nCommitment to continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster of Business Administration (MBA).\n\nCertified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.\n\nExperience supporting manufacturing operations within a global or multinational organization.\n\nExperience with Lean Manufacturing, business process improvement, or continuous improvement methodologies.\n\nWHAT WE OFFER\n\nOpportunity to make a significant impact on a growing, state-of-the-art aluminum manufacturing facility.\n\nCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.\n\nAnnual performance incentive opportunity.\n\nProfessional development, training, and career advancement opportunities within a global organization.\n\nExposure to world-class manufacturing practices and collaboration across Hydro's international network.\n\nA strong safety-first culture supported by industry-leading standards.\n\nAn inclusive workplace where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability are valued every day.\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis position provides leadership and cross-functional influence throughout the organization.\nDuties and responsibilities may evolve to meet changing business needs.\n\nTravel\n\nLight travel is required and may include visits to other Hydro facilities, professional training, and occasional international travel (approximately one to two trips annually).\n\nHydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.\n\n.buttontext33840f967bf2af0d a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext33840f967bf2af0d a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nPossible work locations\n.buttontext93ca25726737b11c a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext93ca25726737b11c a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nWhy Hydro?\n\nAre you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.\n\n.buttontext89c2b809efe874f9 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext89c2b809efe874f9 a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nWhy Hydro?\n\nAre you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.\n\n.buttontext78486e94a8a3117c a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext78486e94a8a3117c a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\n\n.buttontext4ea683fde2878de3 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext4ea683fde2878de3 a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nA job where you make a difference\n\nA key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.\n\nYour diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.\n\nYour career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.\n\nJoin our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.\n\n.buttontext43b8ab428b84dce2 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext43b8ab428b84dce2 a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nA job where you make a difference\n\nA key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.\n\nYour career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. 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Employees contribute to meaningful, real-world products while working with modern technology in a safe, team-oriented environment. With competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement, Hydro offers more than just a job, it offers a place where your work matters, and your career can grow.\n\nWHAT YOU WILL BE DOING\n\nAs the Finance Manager, you will serve as a trusted business partner to the Plant Manager and leadership team, providing financial leadership that supports operational excellence, profitability, and sustainable growth. 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Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial processes and improve operational efficiency.\n\nChampion Hydro's commitment to Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and sustainability by fostering a safe workplace and ensuring compliance with all company standards.\n\nWHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL\n\nStrong business and financial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.\n\nExceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\n\nAbility to influence business decisions through financial analysis and collaboration.\n\nStrong leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities.\n\nHigh level of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.\n\nExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.\n\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.\n\nProficiency with ERP systems and financial software, including SAP, SAP Fiori, Oracle HFM, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, ADP, Kronos (or equivalent), and APICS Bill of Materials management tools.\n\nPassion for continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and operational excellence.\n\nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR\n\nBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.\n\nMinimum of five (5) years of progressive finance or accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.\n\nDemonstrated knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, financial reporting, and internal controls.\n\nStrong Microsoft Excel and ERP system proficiency.\n\nAbility to work independently while building strong partnerships across multiple departments.\n\nCommitment to continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster of Business Administration (MBA).\n\nCertified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.\n\nExperience supporting manufacturing operations within a global or multinational organization.\n\nExperience with Lean Manufacturing, business process improvement, or continuous improvement methodologies.\n\nWHAT WE OFFER\n\nOpportunity to make a significant impact on a growing, state-of-the-art aluminum manufacturing facility.\n\nCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.\n\nAnnual performance incentive opportunity.\n\nProfessional development, training, and career advancement opportunities within a global organization.\n\nExposure to world-class manufacturing practices and collaboration across Hydro's international network.\n\nA strong safety-first culture supported by industry-leading standards.\n\nAn inclusive workplace where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability are valued every day.\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis position provides leadership and cross-functional influence throughout the organization.\nDuties and responsibilities may evolve to meet changing business needs.\n\nTravel\n\nLight travel is required and may include visits to other Hydro facilities, professional training, and occasional international travel (approximately one to two trips annually).\n\nHydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. 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Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.\n\n.buttontext78486e94a8a3117c a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext78486e94a8a3117c a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\n\n.buttontext4ea683fde2878de3 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext4ea683fde2878de3 a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #444d55 !important; outline: none !important; }\nA job where you make a difference\n\nA key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.\n\nYour diverse perspective makes us stronger. 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