Accounting Clerk – Manufacturing Operations

Silgan Plastics•Ft. Dodge, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk for our manufacturing accounting, production reporting, and inventory processes at our Fort Dodge, Iowa, facility. This manufacturing accounting role is accountable for production reporting, inventory management, billing, accounts receivable, and clerical accounting tasks in a fast‑paced, union manufacturing environment. The Accounting Clerk reports to the Plant Controller and works closely with the production, shipping, receiving, and plant accounting teams to ensure accurate production data, inventory records, and financial transactions that back manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
Minimum of one year of accounting experience or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail with effective time‑management skills
Ability to operate 10‑key calculators and standard office equipment
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 with the ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to help with workload and production deadlines

Responsibilities

Input production and material usage data into the ERP system using Manufacturing Order (MO) paperwork
Audit MO 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 in a small manufacturing accounting department
Perform daily administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, copying, maintaining records, and processing documentation
Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned