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WHY HYDRO
Hydro 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.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As 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.
Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with plant leadership to develop annual business plans, operating budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and operational performance.

• Lead 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.

• Analyze manufacturing performance, including production yields, inventory valuation, and material usage.

• Support Corporate Accounting in matters related to local property tax reporting, annual renditions, and tax incentive opportunities.

• Coordinate and oversee cycle counts and annual physical inventories for raw materials, finished goods, maintenance inventory, operating supplies, and fixed assets.

• Monitor facility utility consumption and costs-including electricity, natural gas, water, argon, and oxygen-and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

• Lead the financial planning and administration of capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, including business case development, project tracking, financial reporting, and capital asset accounting.

• Assist in procurement of mobile equipment, including capital expenditure or capital lease decision process.

• Support internal and external audits, insurance reporting, and other corporate financial requirements.

• Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors by tracing transactions, gathering supporting documents, and explaining control processes.

• Develop financial models, dashboards, and business analyses that support strategic and operational decision-making.

• Ensure compliance with Hydro policies, accounting standards, internal controls, and all applicable regulatory requirements.

• Organize, 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.

• Champion Hydro's commitment to Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and sustainability by fostering a safe workplace and ensuring compliance with all company standards.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL

• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to influence business decisions through financial analysis and collaboration.

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.

• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency 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.

• Passion for continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and operational excellence.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive finance or accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, financial reporting, and internal controls.

• Strong Microsoft Excel and ERP system proficiency.

• Ability to work independently while building strong partnerships across multiple departments.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA).

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

• Experience supporting manufacturing operations within a global or multinational organization.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, business process improvement, or continuous improvement methodologies.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing, state-of-the-art aluminum manufacturing facility.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.

• Annual performance incentive opportunity.

• Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities within a global organization.

• Exposure to world-class manufacturing practices and collaboration across Hydro's international network.

• A strong safety-first culture supported by industry-leading standards.

• An inclusive workplace where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability are valued every day.

Additional Information:

• This position provides leadership and cross-functional influence throughout the organization.
• Duties and responsibilities may evolve to meet changing business needs.

Travel
Light travel is required and may include visits to other Hydro facilities, professional training, and occasional international travel (approximately one to two trips annually).
Hydro 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.
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Why Hydro?
Are 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.
Why Hydro?
Are 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.
A job where you make a difference
A 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.
Your 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.
Join 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.
A job where you make a difference
A 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.
Your 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. Join 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.
A job where you make a difference
A 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.
Your 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. Join 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.
About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
• President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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