Plant Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Analyst  
Reports To: Plant Manager 
FLSA Status: Exempt  
Employment Status: Full Time 
Location: Florence, Kentucky 

Who We Are: 

With over 70 years of innovative products and services, Valto is the world’s leading provider of FRP composite panels. Our lightweight composite products deliver unsurpassed strength and durability; and we continue to pioneer next level performance in building materials, recreational vehicles, and transportation. We deliver quality products that perform in demanding environments.  

Who We Are Looking For: 

Valto is searching for a Plant Analyst to be based out of Florence, KY. Reporting to Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for The Plant Analyst serves as a key financial and operational business partner for the manufacturing facility by providing accounting, cost analysis, financial planning, forecasting, inventory management, and operational reporting support. This role works closely with Plant Leadership, Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance to ensure financial accuracy, drive cost improvements, support decision-making, and improve overall plant performance.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of accounting or financial analysis experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial planning, inventory management, and business analytics. The candidate should demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate financial data into operational insights that support plant performance and strategic objectives. Experience with ERP systems, standard costing, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.

How you’ll make an impact: 

• Lead plant accounting and financial reporting activities, including month-end close, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory performance, product profitability, cost variances, and operational results to identify opportunities for improvement and support plant decision-making.
• Manage forecasting, budgeting, annual operating plans, cost standards, and financial planning activities to support business objectives and operational performance.
• Maintain standard cost systems, Bills of Materials (BOMs), fixed asset records, inventory controls, and financial data integrity while supporting audits and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Plant Leadership, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to provide financial insight, KPI reporting, cost analysis, and recommendations that improve business results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, SOX compliance, tax reporting, inventory management, capital expenditure analysis, and other strategic projects designed to improve operational and financial performance.

What you bring to the table: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 3-5 years of accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, or manufacturing finance experience preferred. Manufacturing environment experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, standard cost accounting, inventory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems, financial reporting systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel applications. Experience with AS400, KBM, or Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen with the ability to evaluate operational performance and identify opportunities for cost improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization and explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• None

Work Environment: Office/Standard Indoor Environment

Office/Standard Indoor Environment - This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

• Regularly sit, stand, walk, and move between office, warehouse, and manufacturing environments.
• Frequently use computers, financial systems, ERP/MRP systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to perform analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities.
• Must possess sufficient vision, hearing, communication skills, and manual dexterity to review financial records, analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate findings effectively.
• May occasionally perform physical inventory observations, fixed asset audits, inventory verification activities, and manufacturing floor walkthroughs.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with exposure to production equipment, forklift traffic, noise, and industrial conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when entering operational areas.
• Occasionally lift and transport files, reports, records, inventory documentation, or laptop equipment as needed to support business operations.
• Must be capable of managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting operational and financial decision-making in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Travel Requirements

• None
• Up to 15% travel.
• Local travel only.
• Overnight travel as needed.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Valto, Inc is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. Employees and applicants who require accommodation should contact Human Resources. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Valto, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify job duties and responsibilities at any time based on business needs.

Nothing in this job description creates an employment contract, express or implied. Employment remains at will where permitted by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.