SUMMARY GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Manufacturing Accountant is responsible for assisting the finance department in creating accurate and timely financial records for the company. The position requires accountability for following company procedures and utilizing best practice standard accounting principles. The goal of this position is to perform and improve current accounting functions within the organization, and to successfully complete duties in a timely manner while exercising discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance. Maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism is critical for this position.

CORE & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reconcile and maintains balance sheet accounts

• Responsible for general ledger operations

• Prepare journal entries

• Assists with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements

• Responsible for account reconciliations

• Under the general supervision of the Controller, performs general cost accounting, accounting records, and other related duties in daily administration of accounting department

• Preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounts analysis and reconciliation, closing books monthly, and setting up new accounts

• Monitors the daily transactions of the accounts payable department to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures

• Performs bank reconciliation monthly, verifies all deposits, addresses questions and problems from banking institutions

• Monitors and aids accounts receivables collection from individuals and/or institutions, interfaces with bank. Reconciles customer accounts. May also require booking of sales

• Maintains accounting records for fixed assets

• Assists outside auditors at year-end to include preparing schedules, invoices, providing explanation of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data

• Performs accounts payable duties such as verifying all invoices for payment, ensuring expenditures are charged to appropriate accounts

• Maintains records of all financial documents with appropriate supporting material

• Assist Controller with account reconciliations, year-end closing and physical inventory audits

• Preparing production reporting including OEE daily and weekly

• Responsible for researching, analyzing, reporting, and advising regarding material reconciliations-issues

• Assist purchasing staff with investigation of complaints, verify accuracy of charges or to correct errors in accounts

• Performs price cost analysis, develops and provides recommendations regarding pricing strategies that maximize profit while ensuring competitive pricing

• Monitor and update pricing recommendations as needed to reflect changes in the market

• Communicate with internal and external customers by telephone and by mail to investigate complaints and solve discrepancies

• Assist customers that are having issues with billing, etc.

• Updates records as necessary

• Recommends, designs, and implements any necessary department controls

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess 2 years of accounting experience. Possession of a high school diploma and a post-secondary associate degree are required. A bachelor’s degree in business or accounting is preferred. Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must possess knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures. Must be results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite applications using EDI systems and terminology, XML, HTML and Internet protocols and security, Microsoft Office Suite applications and contact management software; past ERP experience a plus. Must have the ability to travel domestically, so the ability to travel by plane, operate a motor vehicle and maintain a driver’s license are required. Overnight travel required--5%.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

United Plastics Corporation “UPC” is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age (40 and older), disability (except where the disability prevents the individual from being able to perform the essential functions of the job and cannot be reasonably accommodated) or any other legally protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Airy, NC 27030 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person