Plant Accountant

Standex Engraving•Wakefield, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Accountant is the standalone finance function for Innovent in Wakefield, Massachusetts, rather than part of a finance team. The role owns plant financial activities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, and account reconciliations, and consolidates data from Innovent Germany for divisional reporting. It also serves as the administrative engagement champion supporting the business’s Business Performance Plan (BPP), oversees preparation of monthly financial statements, and ensures compliance with legal requirements and company policies. The position manages day-to-day accounting and financial reporting, completes the monthly close, prepares financial reports and forecasts, supports budgeting and performance analysis, and maintains financial records and controls. It also provides administrative and communication support for local site activities and corporate initiatives, connecting the local team with the broader Standex/Engraving Group and promoting employee participation, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
3–5 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Deep knowledge and technical acumen in finance, ERP systems, and MS Office products.
Knowledge of GAAP and general office software and equipment.
Experience with a variety of ERP systems and report-writing tools.
Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret business and financial data to make decisions that improve performance and drive desired business outcomes.
Highly organized, continuous learner and skilled communicator with the ability to reach collaborative solutions.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Previous use of Epicor and Onestream is a plus.
Finance experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day plant accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, customer invoicing, collections, payment processing, and order entry.
Complete month-end close by the third working day of each month, ensuring accurate general ledger balances, check payments, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; analyze sales and financial performance; and explain budget variances to management and program managers.
Prepare and upload quarterly forecasts and the annual budget.
Track capital expenditures and R&D expenses, and ensure accurate inventory counts, adjustments, and reporting.
Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial records; support audits, risk management, customer account applications, and required insurance reporting.
Respond to vendor and customer inquiries, research discrepancies, and resolve billing, payment, and account-related concerns.
Perform miscellaneous duties in support of accounting and finance functions as needed.
Provide administrative and communication support for local site activities and corporate initiatives, connecting the local team with the broader Standex/Engraving Group.
Help communicate corporate updates and initiatives, facilitate information sharing between local and corporate teams, and assist management with site communications and employee activities.
Encourage employee participation and support initiatives that promote collaboration, communication, and a positive workplace culture.