Plant Accountant

Novipax HR Team • Rockingham, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the financial health of the production operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, including manipulating large datasets and financial modeling.
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP as it applies to a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of standard costing in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment being preferred.
• IQMS experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budgets and forecasts.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and variances to support operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• Provide insights and recommendations to management for informed decision-making.
• Oversee and manage the general ledger, ensuring proper recording and classification of transactions.
• Execute month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Develop, maintain, and understand standard costs for manufacturing.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, and overheads.
• Track inventory, ensuring accuracy and validity through reconciliation and cycle count reporting.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to improve yield and efficiency, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant financial regulations.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing documentation and providing support.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance (income tax, sales tax, etc.).
• Contribute to the budgeting process, assisting in the creation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Provide insights for future financial planning and goal setting.

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive benefits
• opportunities for career development
• a balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level