Job Description

Are you looking for a phenomenal opportunity in Aiken, South Carolina? Join our team at Emerson Discrete Automation. We are currently looking for a Plant Finance Manager.

 IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE: 

• Develop and prepare plant budget monthly and annually
• Analyze departmental spend vs budget and work internal departments to achieve target
• Analyze and review Gross profit reporting
• Perform cost variances analyses including labor and overhead variances
• Prepare annual standard cost data for cost accounting annual cost rolls
• Lead and review plant productivity and efficiency
• Manage fixed asset capital budget, including appropriation request (AR)
• Supervise physical inventory process
• Support Audit requests both internal and external
• Lead and implement internal controls
• Reconciliation of various general ledger accounts
• Perform Month End closing processes including journal entries
• Support plant with various tasks
• Other Ad Hoc tasks as required

WHO YOU ARE:

You will use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You will provide timely and useful information to others across the organization. You will consider all relevant factors and uses appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/ Finance or related field with 5 years’ of experience
• Validated experience in accounting systems and knowledge of relevant computer technology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work with teams
• Domestic and international travel, 5%
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Knowledge
• Hyperion, Smartview, Crystal, BAAN and Oracle experience a plus

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We cultivate an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values. 

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