Sr. Plant Accountant

MATRIX PLASTIC PRODUCTS, LLC•Wood Dale, IL

7d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Matrix Plastic Products is a quality-driven custom manufacturer of injection-molded medical device components and assemblies. We are looking to hire an experienced Sr. Plant Accountant to join our team. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced plant setting and enjoys partnering with operations to drive performance. As a key member of the Finance team, you’ll play a critical role in supporting plant operations through cost accounting, financial analysis, and operational reporting to help leadership make informed, data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting expertise, hands-on plant experience, and the ability to balance detailed analysis with big-picture thinking.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
5–7 years of related accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
Strong background in cost accounting (required)
Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and variance analysis
Proficiency in ERP systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls (SOX)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams
Comfortable working in both office and plant floor environments

Responsibilities

Assist plant and company leadership in making informed financial decisions
Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and key performance metrics
Provide weekly and monthly performance reporting vs. forecast
Analyze manufacturing variances, including labor, material, and overhead
Execute month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications
Perform balance sheet reconciliations with a high level of accuracy
Analyze expenses, inventory movements, and cost of sales
Support consolidation of financial results across systems or business units
Maintain and analyze standard costs, including cost rolls and updates
Perform detailed cost accounting analysis related to production and inventory
Monitor inventory valuation, stock transactions, and goods in transit
Lead and support physical inventory processes and fixed asset counts
Partner with operations to provide financial and statistical data to improve performance
Participate in plant floor activities to better understand cost drivers
Support forecasting, annual planning, and rolling projections
Track and quantify savings from continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain strong internal controls
Support external audit, including documentation and testing
Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and procedures
Participate in lean initiatives, Kaizen events, and process improvements
Assist with ERP implementations or system transitions
Help develop and improve accounting processes and reporting tools