Finance Manager

Whirlpool•Benton Harbor, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Finance Manager at Whirlpool, you will join the Finance organization and may be placed in a leadership role across Commercial Finance, Cost & Operations, Corporate Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Global Strategic Sourcing, depending on your background and business needs. You will serve as a strategic business partner, driving financial performance, understanding business objectives, and setting strategic direction. The role involves framing analytical problems, leading cross-functional planning, building strong partnerships, and embedding lasting value while protecting business controls. The primary hiring location is Benton Harbor, Michigan, and the role is fully onsite. Employees work in person Monday through Friday. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates. Whirlpool offers flexibility and time-off benefits, including Always On Flexibility, two weeks of work from anywhere per year in minimum one-week increments, and four weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of professional work experience in corporate finance, accounting, or related fields.

Nice To Haves

MBA or professional financial certification such as CPA, CMA, or FRM.
High proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and data extraction or visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Determined, perseverant mindset with a track record of achieving aspirational targets despite obstacles.
Insightful and receptive to feedback, with flexibility to learn, grow, and anticipate issues quickly.
Ability to work effectively across regions and cultures in a highly matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for growth or cost optimization.
Oversee preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP / IFRS standards.
Present fiscal metrics directly to executive leadership.
Act as an agent and sponsor for change within the Finance organization, challenging status quo thinking and taking informed risks to expand opportunities.
Independently identify opportunities and formulate actionable strategic plans to solve complex business problems and close knowledge or system gaps.
Make timely decisions that balance speed with sufficient data and information in dynamic business environments.
Articulate strategic and operational goals and progress to all levels of the organization, translating macroeconomic trends into actionable business insights.
Lead cross-functional planning and forecasting, identifying upstream and downstream process and control implications across finance and business functions.
Supervise, evaluate, and develop talent, including managing career development plans, teaching complex concepts, and identifying team members’ strengths and development opportunities.
Monitor and optimize working capital and manage cash flow forecasting.
Establish, maintain, and audit robust internal financial controls.

Benefits

Generous benefits package
Whirlpool employee discount
Fitness and educational reimbursement programs
Kitchenettes
Beautiful, recently renovated office space at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations
Barista Bar at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations
Biking and walking trails at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations
Access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center, subject to availability and additional costs
Always On Flexibility
Two weeks of work from anywhere per year, in minimum one-week increments
Four weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of service
Comprehensive relocation package for eligible candidates