Plant Accountant

JOB PURPOSE:
The Laminate Plant Accountant supports the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the Accounting Department for Clarion Laminates. They are responsible for assisting with all aspects of corporate accounting to ensure compliance with company policy and GAAP and ensure protection of company assets. To assist site management with matters related to accounting.
This position may be required to work some weekends, evenings, and holidays. This position may be required to fill in for other positions during absences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Experience in making balance sheet reconciliations
Experience with Monthly and Year-end closing processes
Experience assisting with semi-annual and year-end audits
Understanding of manufacturing costing processes.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of associates; must have strong grasp of business English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multi-task in fast paced situations
Excellent attendance record.
Demonstrated high energy level, strong work ethic, and positive approach to problem solving.
Advanced computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products
Advanced administrative skills to include filing, telephone, scanners, fax, memo writing, and email
Ability to work independently under tight reporting deadlines and/or in a team environment
Advanced experience using Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word – document creation, formatting and editing etc. and Excel – spreadsheet creation/editing, pivot tables, data manipulation/analysis and formulas creation etc.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
5+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong foundational knowledge of US GAAP and inventory accounting is desired

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No