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Staff Accountant – Manufacturing | Silgan Closures | Richmond, IN
Join Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, as a Staff Accountant at our Richmond, IN, manufacturing facility. In this key accounting role, you will support daily financial operations, cost accounting, and reporting for high-speed manufacturing that supplies the world’s essential food supply chain. Apply today and grow your career with a Fortune 500 company dedicated to sustainability and employee success!
What we offer:
- Salaried position, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, overtime available if needed
- Tuition assistance and opportunities for advancement
- A comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training
- Voluntary coverages: Pet insurance, ID theft protection & more
- A strong manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized and celebrated
What you'll do:
- Daily invoicing of closure shipments and creation of manual invoices for scrap and miscellaneous shipments
- Review production work orders, research and correct inventory discrepancies and reporting issues
- Close production orders and process production reports in ERP
- Assist with monthly inventory, including reconciliation of WIP and raw materials
- Maintain month-end close, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting
- Ensure accurate accounts payable coding and PO processing
- Verify documentation, obtain required approvals, and enter invoices for payment
- Analyze account variances to identify trends and improve reporting accuracy
- Assist with forecasting and budgeting processes to provide timely financial projections
What you'll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in manufacturing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications
- Experience with forecasting, budgeting, and account analysis
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Effective interpersonal and written communication abilities
Who we are:
- Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North & South America, Europe, and Asia
- Supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging for food, beverage, healthcare, garden, home, and personal care industries
- A stable, reliable, and environmentally responsible company focused on innovation and continuous improvement