Accounting Clerk

Silgan Containers•Kenosha, WI

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support manufacturing accounting, production reporting, and inventory processes at its Kenosha, Wisconsin facility. The role is accountable for production reporting, inventory management, billing, accounts receivable, and clerical accounting tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Accounting Clerk reports to the Plant Controller and works closely with production, shipping, receiving, and plant accounting teams to help ensure accurate production data, inventory records, and financial transactions supporting manufacturing operations. The position also provides backup support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, special projects, and other accounting duties in a small manufacturing accounting department.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
One to two years of accounting or related experience; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and effective time-management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
Experience using integrated ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated work style and ability to meet deadlines.
Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to help with workload and production deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Accounting or related experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Input production and material usage data into the ERP system using Manufacturing Order paperwork.
Audit Manufacturing Order paperwork for accuracy and reasonableness, explain variances from key production metrics, and reinforce training on correct documentation procedures.
Process daily customer billing and customer invoices.
Enter, audit, and manage inventory adjustments resulting from cycle counts.
Perform clerical accounting duties requiring knowledge of accounting office practices and accounting classifications.
Interact with multiple departments to gather accounting data and assist with issue resolution.
Back up accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing activities, special projects, and other accounting duties.
Perform daily administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, copying, maintaining records, and processing documentation.
Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.