Tarkett
Finance Director Plant Operations, Dalton Campus
Position Summary Reporting to the Vice President Finance of NA Commercial, the Finance Director Plant Operations will be a strategic partner within the Dalton Campus leadership team, driving business performance and ensuring the integrity of financial statements. This role involves overseeing all finance and accounting functions for four plants located in Dalton, GA (3) and Calhoun, GA (1). The Finance Director will collaborate closely with the campus leadership team to optimize manufacturing operations and achieve financial goals. Key responsibilities include conducting monthly performance analysis, developing budgets and forecasts, and supporting cost reduction initiatives through insightful financial analysis and strategic recommendations.
What you will have the opportunity to do:
Collaborate with the VP Finance to identify and implement growth and profitability strategies, ensuring plants achieve maximum cost savings and operational efficiency.
Serve as a key business partner to the Sr. Directors of Operations at Dalton Campus, providing comprehensive plant/business analysis, performance insights, and key success metrics.
Drive analyses around operational effectiveness, business performance, and productivity action plans (PAP) to identify opportunities for improvement.
Act as a strategic business partner to drive continuous improvement and enhance business results.
Assume overall leadership of the day-to-day finance and accounting operations for the plants, including financial reporting, planning and analysis, internal controls, budgeting/forecasting, audit execution, compliance, and fixed asset control.
Manage the plant finance and accounting team and take a proactive role in talent acquisition, career development, and retention.
Direct preparation of capital expenditure requests and accounting of related investments.
Handle month-end closing responsibilities, including reporting and reviewing departmental and industrial variances to prior year and budget.
Maintain standard costs for all raw materials, WIP, and finished goods processes.
Prepare detailed monthly forecasts for the full year based on production drivers and key performance metrics at the plant.
Review and audit internal control procedures (TRACE) annually.
Develop and manage the annual plant budget, including cost standards and updates in SAP.
Coordinate all plant internal and external financial and operational audits and address any findings with leadership.
Oversee physical inventory and cycle counting activities.
What you need to succeed in this position:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting required; MBA preferred.
At least 10 years of related finance/accounting experience.
Minimum of 5 years experience as Plant or Business Unit Controller in manufacturing.
Ability to link operational metrics to financial performance.
Strong understanding of P&L and balance sheet dynamics.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to act as a strategic partner to operations leadership.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Excellent communication skills across different levels of the company.
Customer-focused with strong attention to detail.
Experience leading and influencing teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP and Power BI experience a plus.
This position is fully on-site, five days a week.
What We Offer
Safety is our top priority.
Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plans.
Opportunities for career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
Utilization of renewable energy and recycled water processes.
Commitment to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
Recognition by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation.
Who we are: With 140 years of history, Tarkett is a global leader in flooring and sports surface solutions, with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. We serve customers in over 100 countries with products like vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. We are committed to eco-innovation and reducing our carbon footprint through our eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle principles and Tarkett Human-Conscious Design.
Listed on Euronext (ISIN: FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT), more info at www.tarkett-group.com.
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can excel.
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Position Summary Reporting to the Vice President Finance of NA Commercial, the Finance Director Plant Operations will be a strategic partner within the Dalton Campus leadership team, driving business performance and ensuring the integrity of financial statements. This role involves overseeing all finance and accounting functions for four plants located in Dalton, GA (3) and Calhoun, GA (1). The Finance Director will collaborate closely with the campus leadership team to optimize manufacturing operations and achieve financial goals. Key responsibilities include conducting monthly performance analysis, developing budgets and forecasts, and supporting cost reduction initiatives through insightful financial analysis and strategic recommendations.
What you will have the opportunity to do:
Collaborate with the VP Finance to identify and implement growth and profitability strategies, ensuring plants achieve maximum cost savings and operational efficiency.
Serve as a key business partner to the Sr. Directors of Operations at Dalton Campus, providing comprehensive plant/business analysis, performance insights, and key success metrics.
Drive analyses around operational effectiveness, business performance, and productivity action plans (PAP) to identify opportunities for improvement.
Act as a strategic business partner to drive continuous improvement and enhance business results.
Assume overall leadership of the day-to-day finance and accounting operations for the plants, including financial reporting, planning and analysis, internal controls, budgeting/forecasting, audit execution, compliance, and fixed asset control.
Manage the plant finance and accounting team and take a proactive role in talent acquisition, career development, and retention.
Direct preparation of capital expenditure requests and accounting of related investments.
Handle month-end closing responsibilities, including reporting and reviewing departmental and industrial variances to prior year and budget.
Maintain standard costs for all raw materials, WIP, and finished goods processes.
Prepare detailed monthly forecasts for the full year based on production drivers and key performance metrics at the plant.
Review and audit internal control procedures (TRACE) annually.
Develop and manage the annual plant budget, including cost standards and updates in SAP.
Coordinate all plant internal and external financial and operational audits and address any findings with leadership.
Oversee physical inventory and cycle counting activities.
What you need to succeed in this position:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting required; MBA preferred.
At least 10 years of related finance/accounting experience.
Minimum of 5 years experience as Plant or Business Unit Controller in manufacturing.
Ability to link operational metrics to financial performance.
Strong understanding of P&L and balance sheet dynamics.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to act as a strategic partner to operations leadership.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Excellent communication skills across different levels of the company.
Customer-focused with strong attention to detail.
Experience leading and influencing teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP and Power BI experience a plus.
This position is fully on-site, five days a week.
What We Offer
Safety is our top priority.
Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plans.
Opportunities for career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
Utilization of renewable energy and recycled water processes.
Commitment to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
Recognition by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation.
Who we are: With 140 years of history, Tarkett is a global leader in flooring and sports surface solutions, with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. We serve customers in over 100 countries with products like vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. We are committed to eco-innovation and reducing our carbon footprint through our eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle principles and Tarkett Human-Conscious Design.
Listed on Euronext (ISIN: FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT), more info at www.tarkett-group.com.
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can excel.
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