Plant Accountant

Our client, a North American manufacturer currently requires a Plant Accountant for their Alabama production facility.

Job Description

The Plant Accountant is a supportive team member responsible for a variety of accounting, auditing, and statistical work in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. They will prepare, record, verify, analyze, and reconcile plant financial transactions. They will complete the plant financial statements and month-end closure records and reports in a manufacturing environment. This position has supervisory responsibilities of accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. The Senior Accountant is to provide leadership in the areas by developing systems that streamline tasks to ensure efficiency. The position will adhere to all company policies, accounting procedures and financial controls including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily/weekly/monthly accounting duties including the preparation of weekly cost reports, financial statements

Supervising accounts receivable and accounts payable to ensure all incoming and outgoing funds are accurate and on time.

Process weekly payroll, answer questions regarding tax withholdings, direct deposit and benefit administration including annual Open Enrollment

Continuously review department and ensure activities are streamlined and efficient.

Support Plant Mgmt. with reports on budgeting regarding labor, MRO costs, and inventory.

Assist with the W-2 process

Assist with annual inventory

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Preferred)

Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required

Accounting / Finance Supervisory experience (Preferred)

Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office; strong Excel required and AS400

Experience with Plex and UKG software a plus

Exceptional problem solving, analytical and technical skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information

High level of proficiency with demonstrated attention to detail

Exceptional interpersonal skills in a team-based environment

Benefits:

BCBS of AL – Medical, Dental, & Vision

USAble Life - Life Insurance, STD, Hospital, Accident, & Critical

Slavic 401K

Paid Vacation

Eleven Paid Holidays

Job Type: Full-time Monday-Friday 7am - 4pm

Full Time/Direct Hire