PLANT ACCOUNTANT I

Primary Duties:

• Responsible for the monthly financial close for the Lexington operation and preparing value added financial and operational reports.
• Provide cost/financial analysis as required improving the operation’s performance, being a value added resource.
• Perform required balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations.
• Be local contact person to manage all AP related questions working closely with corporate AP.
• Produce daily and weekly KPI and other internal reporting.
• Assist in developing the annual budget for the Lexington operation.
• Perform annual Standard Cost changes for the Lexington operation.
• Assist in leading the cost reduction effort for the Lexington operation including identifying/implementing/tracking cost reduction opportunities.
• Perform financial analysis for special projects as required.
• Adhere to/enforce local, corporate, and statutory regulations regarding proper accounting policies and procedures and financial controls.
• Adherence to the NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its’ Values and Principles.
• Adherence to the Key Safety Leadership Behaviors.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related fields. 
• Working knowledge of inventory and accounting systems, understanding of cost absorption, standard costing, and GAAP.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point
• Customer focused, willing to learn the business and get involved
• Ability to work independently. Strong Analytical Skills
• Well developed interpersonal, verbal and writing skills.

Qualifications Desired:

• MBA, CPA or CMA certification preferred

• Experience with SAP preferred