What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager - US Operations position at Milwaukee Tool?
Job Description
INNOVATE without boundaries! Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
INNOVATE without boundaries! Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
- Serve as a strategic finance partner to Plant Leadership, providing clear financial guidance, recommendations, and scenario analysis to support operational and investment decisions.
- Lead detailed cost, margin, and performance analysis across labor, overhead, and manufacturing drivers, translating results into actionable insights.
- Develop and communicate forward‑looking financial outlooks, highlighting key risks, opportunities, and sensitivities tied to operational performance.
- Drive cost‑out and margin improvement initiatives in partnership with operations, engineering, and supply chain leaders, and track performance against financial commitments.
- Oversee preparation and delivery of the monthly Operations Package, leading financial discussions and influencing decision‑making.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve, automate, and standardize financial reporting and processes.
- Provide functional leadership by coaching and mentoring analysts, ensuring analytical rigor, consistency, and strong business acumen.
- Act as a steward of strong financial controls, governance, and compliance at the plant level.
- 5 years of experience in Finance or Accounting; Operations or Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
- Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening).
- Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to work well on diverse, cross-functional teams.
- Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.