Plant Accountant

Job Posting

The Plant Accountant is responsible for organizing and coordinating the general accounting activities for the plant. Ensure day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger, prepare basic financial reports, and analyze and report any variances.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including the preparation of estimates and accruals.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Comply with financial policies and procedures including compliance with PCA’s SOX 404 Key Controls.
• Engage in general accounting activities including the accurate and complete preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts and financial reports, such as balance sheets, profit-loss statements, and capital expenditure reports.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze forecasts, then prepare periodic reports that compare forecasts to actual costs.
• Follow up on customer accounts including customer credit issuances and collection activity.
• Ensure the accurate processing of the hourly payroll and related payroll/employee functions.
• Ensure all payroll transactions comply with company policies, as well as all state and federal requirements.
• Guide, develop, and train accounting associates including assisting the Plant Controller in supervising the day-to-day activities of the accounting associates.
• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree is required with a concentration or major in accounting or finance preferred.
• Three (3) years of previous work experience in a business office/accounting department with exposure to general ledger, payroll, and/or accounts payable functions preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Office preferably with exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with financial systems for invoicing, credit/collections, expense reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in the manufacturing sector, containerboard, and corrugated packaging industry.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Solid understanding and working knowledge of standard financial / accounting procedures, GAAP concepts and principles, and internal control.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects and/or requests concurrently.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle detail-oriented tasks and review multiple documents and reports.
• Above average written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate to multiple audiences and purposes.
• The ability to network and build relationships with individuals of various experience and corporate positions.
• Strong listening, evaluating, and organizational skills.
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.