Staff Accountant

Silgan Plastics • Evansville, IN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Staff Accountant, Manufacturing Silgan Closures, Evansville, IN Join Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, as a Staff Accountant at our Evansville, IN, manufacturing facility. In this key accounting role, you will support daily financial operations, cost accounting, and reporting for high-speed manufacturing that supplies the world’s essential food supply chain. Apply today and grow your career with a Fortune 500 company dedicated to sustainability and employee success! The Evansville plant manufactures plastic dispensing and specialty closure systems used across the food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. As part of Silgan’s Dispensing & Specialty Closures segment, the facility produces high-quality plastic and composite closures designed for reliable sealing, controlled dispensing, and product protection. These closures support a wide range of applications, helping major brands ensure safety, convenience, and performance in their packaging solutions. What we offer: Salaried position Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, overtime available if needed Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement A comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training Voluntary coverages: Pet insurance, ID theft protection & more A strong manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized and celebrated

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in manufacturing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications
• Experience with forecasting, budgeting, and account analysis
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal and written communication abilities

Responsibilities

• Daily invoicing of closure shipments and creation of manual invoices for scrap and miscellaneous shipments
• Review production work orders; research and correct inventory discrepancies and reporting issues
• Close production orders and process production reports in ERP
• Assist with monthly inventory, including reconciliation of WIP and raw materials
• Maintain month-end close, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting
• Ensure accurate accounts payable coding and PO processing
• Verify documentation, obtain required approvals, and enter invoices for payment
• Analyze account variances to identify trends and improve reporting accuracy
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting processes to provide timely financial projections

Benefits

• Salaried position
• Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, overtime available if needed
• Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement
• A comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training
• Voluntary coverages: Pet insurance, ID theft protection & more
• A strong manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized and celebrated

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees