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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Silgan Closures is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our manufacturing facility in Richmond, Indiana. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you have accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for organization and accuracy, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
Excellent salary.
A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and more.
Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement.
401k retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training and development.
Additional benefits such as pet insurance, ID theft protection, and more.
A strong, stable manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized.
What You’ll Do
Accounts Payable Processing: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports using three-way match and direct entry methods.
Expense Report Review: Ensure appropriate documentation, receipts, and approvals are in place prior to payment.
Journal Entries and Month-End Support: Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities and reporting.
Invoice and Records Management: File vendor invoices, expense reports, billing invoices, and journal entries; maintain accounts payable files and records retention per company policy.
Payment Processing: Assist with check processing, delivery, and mailing as needed.
Systems and Data Entry: Enter accounting data accurately, learn integrated accounting systems, and support the transition of multiple business units onto unified systems.
Process Support: Follow approval workflows, authorization requirements, and internal procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Auto req ID
476457BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Accounting
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
What You’ll Need to Have:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of related accounting or accounts payable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Experience with integrated accounting or ERP systems.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Understanding of invoice approvals, authorization requirements, and accruals.
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.
City*
Richmond
State*
Indiana
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Silgan Containers
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Silgan Closures is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our manufacturing facility in Richmond, Indiana. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you have accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for organization and accuracy, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
Excellent salary.
A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and more.
Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement.
401k retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training and development.
Additional benefits such as pet insurance, ID theft protection, and more.
A strong, stable manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized.
What You’ll Do
Accounts Payable Processing: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports using three-way match and direct entry methods.
Expense Report Review: Ensure appropriate documentation, receipts, and approvals are in place prior to payment.
Journal Entries and Month-End Support: Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities and reporting.
Invoice and Records Management: File vendor invoices, expense reports, billing invoices, and journal entries; maintain accounts payable files and records retention per company policy.
Payment Processing: Assist with check processing, delivery, and mailing as needed.
Systems and Data Entry: Enter accounting data accurately, learn integrated accounting systems, and support the transition of multiple business units onto unified systems.
Process Support: Follow approval workflows, authorization requirements, and internal procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Auto req ID
476457BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Accounting
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
What You’ll Need to Have:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of related accounting or accounts payable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Experience with integrated accounting or ERP systems.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Understanding of invoice approvals, authorization requirements, and accruals.
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.
City*
Richmond
State*
Indiana
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Silgan Containers