Plant Accountant

PURPOSE

• Provides comprehensive financial, cost accounting, and analytical support for the client, Corsicana, TX chemical manufacturing plant.
• Partners with the Plant Controller and plant leadership to deliver accurate financial reporting, support operational decision-making, ensure compliance with policies, and drive cost efficiency.
• This position will report to the Plant Controller onsite at the plant.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

• Financial Analysis & Reporting- Track and review all manufacturing spending; propose reclassification entries or accruals as necessary and note anomalies for management

• Perform financial and manufacturing analysis including variance analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

• Provide COGS forecasting including standard cost, PPV, and manufacturing variances.

• Investigate and explain financial variances.

• Prepare plant reports including explanations of variances

• Liaise with internal/external auditors for quarterly and annual audits

• Inventory & Cost Accounting- Manage inventory accuracy, reconciliations, and financial impact analysis.

• Perform cost runs and validate product costing working closely with Engineering

• Analyze production and purchase price variances.

• Month-End Close- Prepare journal entries including accruals and reclassifications.

• Reconcile accrual and prepaid accounts.

• Support audits

• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of financial data and ensure compliance with GAAP, client CPG Policies and SOX internal controls.

• Review Trade and Intercompany Revenue and COGS to ensure accuracy and help ensure Intercompany receivables / payables are in balance

• Budgeting & Planning- Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.

• Calculate labor and overhead rates.

• Business Partnership- Provide financial insights to plant leadership.

• Support operational efficiency and cost improvement projects.

• Support Corporate requests for data including Government surveys and Tax requests

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (special skills, knowledge, ability, education, etc.):

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Four–Seven years relevant experience.
• SAP experience primarily in GL, Costing, Procurement and Inventory in a mfg. environment
• High level analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to recognize errors and/or inconsistencies and take action
• CPA or CMA preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite with advanced understanding of Excel
• Work in Plant business office environment with regular visits out into the Chemical plant
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to speak with all levels
• High degree of flexibility, organizational and time management skills required to effectively handle multiple concurrent projects, a fluctuating workload and rapid changes in priorities
• Ability to work overtime when required for closing activities, budget deadlines or special projects
• Minimal travel is required (<5%)

Guarantee Period 100-day guarantee period.

End Client Name Tremco, Inc.

Additional Information

• Shift or schedule requirements: Overtime may be required for closing activities, budget deadlines, or special projects.
• Travel requirements: Minimal travel required, less than 5%.
• Relocation notes: Limited relocation assistance of $5,000.
• Interview Process: Two interview rounds with the Plant Controller and HR Manager, both onsite. An initial virtual interview may be used for non-local candidates, but an onsite interview is part of the process.

Must have

• 5+ years experience Cost Accounting experience in a mfg. environment.

Nice-to-have

• SAP Experience highly preferred.
• MS Advanced Excel skills preferred.

• The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $85k/yr. and $115k/yr.
• The client offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.