Accounting Clerk

Silgan Plastics•Kenosha, WI

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk at its Kenosha, Wisconsin manufacturing facility. The role supports manufacturing accounting, production reporting, inventory management, billing, accounts receivable, and clerical accounting activities. The Accounting Clerk works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and partners with production, shipping, receiving, and plant accounting teams to maintain accurate production data, inventory records, and financial transactions. The position reports to the Plant Controller. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of accounting, inventory control, or related experience. An associate degree in accounting, business, or a related field is a plus. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, manages time effectively, is proficient with Microsoft Office and advanced Excel, and has experience with an integrated ERP system such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards. Flexibility to work additional hours as needed for workload and production deadlines is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of accounting, inventory control, 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

Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Enter 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.
Work with multiple departments to gather accounting data and assist with resolving issues.
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.