Plant Accountant

Mueller Water Products•Chattanooga, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Support the Plant Finance team in the execution of the accounting and finance responsibilities for the Chattanooga, TN manufacturing plant. Prepare various manufacturing performance reports on a daily and weekly basis. Assist in daily financial control compliance. Support the other members of the local finance team including the Assistant Plant Controller and Cost Accountant as needed in cost savings, capital, standard costing, and ad-hoc analysis. Contribute to month-end and quarter-end closing activities. Assist in both internal and external audits.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance
2 – 3 years of experience in accounting, manufacturing experience a plus
Knowledge of GAAP accounting, automated accounting systems and SOX
Interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, management, and outside professionals
Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks and determine priorities
Strong computer/systems/PC skills
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
ERP System experience, JDE E1 a plus

Nice To Haves

Enjoys working on a team in a collaborative environment
Eager to develop skills in cost and financial accounting within a manufacturing environment
Willing to provide technical expertise to cross-functional departments
Maintains close attention to details
Willing to “step outside the box”

Responsibilities

Month-end close journal entry, reconciliation, and report preparation
Daily reporting to cross-functional stakeholders
Daily internal control activity preparation and documentation
Weekly open purchase order review and spend forecasting
Participation in annual physical inventory
Ad-hoc financial and cost analysis
Support the Assistant Controller and Cost Accountant in various areas including cost savings, capital, and standard costing
Assist and collaborate with other departments to provide financial expertise in decision-making