What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Accountant position at CRC Evans?
The Junior Plant Accountant will gain hands-on exposure to a broad range of accounting functions across multiple locations while supporting operations within a specialized heavy equipment manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a key resource for financial reporting, analysis, and plant accounting activities, offering strong opportunities for growth and development within the organization.
Role Specific Responsibilities
· Shadow the current Plant Accountant to gain insight into all accounting processes and responsibilities
· Document procedures, workflows and key controls to ensure continuity
· Assist with plant accounting functions across multiple locations
· Support month-end close activities, ensuring accurate month end accounting
· Support manufacturing and inventory accounting activities
· Participate in management of rental fleet
· Help maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
· Assist with reporting and analysis as needed
· Serve as a developing point of contact for plant accounting questions
· Assist with the transition from SAP to IFS ERP systems
· Support in the provision of financial evidence for internal or external audits as and when required
· Timely submission of balance sheet reconciliations – ensuring that the monthly account reconciliations are prepare and reviewed with action plans to resolve issues.
· Maintain strong internal controls to mitigate financial risks and prevent fraud
· Implement accounting policy and best practices in line with CRC Evans policies
· Support with adhoc analysis as and when required
Job Specific Education Required:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field
Work Experience Required:
· 1–3 years of accounting experience
· Solid understanding of cost accounting principles
· Familiarity with standard costing methodologies
· Experience with IFS and/or SAP is preferred
Skills & Knowledge Required:
· Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data
· Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
· Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently with minimal supervision
· Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
· Highly self-motivated, dependable, and proactive in supporting operational and financial objectives
· Strong time management and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement
· Business-minded approach with the ability to identify opportunities that add value to the organization
Commitment to maintaining high standards of financial stewardship, compliance, and governance