Plant Accounting Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY The Plant Accounting Manager is a newly created position supporting the establishment of DeZURIK's new manufacturing facility in Houston. This role will serve as the financial leader for the new facility, partnering closely with Plant Leadership to build and stand up all plant-level accounting and finance functions. Responsibilities span cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, inventory valuation, internal controls, financial reporting, and the development of scalable processes and systems to support the new facility. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a new operation and play a key role in its long-term success. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) Partner with Plant Leadership and Corporate Controller to design and implement all plant-level accounting and finance processes for the new Houston facility. Build and execute all plant finance activities, including establishing the monthly close process, developing the plant reporting package, and integrating into the plant's operating cadence with leadership. Provide clear financial analysis and insights to support operational decision-making and performance improvement initiatives. Establish and lead all cost accounting activities, including development of standard costs and ongoing monitoring of cost integrity and accurate product costing. Analyze and explain manufacturing variances, including material usage, purchase price variance (PPV), labor, overhead, and absorption. Monitor and support scrap, yield, labor efficiency, and overtime performance to drive operational financial discipline. Ensure accurate inventory valuation, including reserves and reconciliation to perpetual inventory records. Support and oversee cycle count processes; analyze inventory adjustments and perform root cause analysis to prevent recurrence. Establish and maintain a strong internal controls environment; ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Support audit engagements, including preparation of documentation and issue resolution. Lead the annual plant budget and periodic forecast processes in collaboration with plant and finance leadership. Partner with operations and engineering on capital expenditure (CAPEX) analysis, financial justification, and post-implementation benefit tracking. Set clear expectations around controls, compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. Drive continuous improvement within the plant accounting function. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing finance. Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and influence non-finance stakeholders. Proficiency with systems and advanced Excel skills. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong business acumen and operational understanding. Continuous improvement mindset. Strong Organizational, time management and problem-solving skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Outward personality and ability to communicate at all levels. Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy. Demonstrated ability to leverage technology and digital tools to automate processes, improve reporting, and drive efficiency across the finance function. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical demands are typical of an office position including extended periods of sitting, extensive use of a personal computer and telephone. Position requires movement around the facilities. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron, and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. QUALITY Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions. SALARY AND BENEFITS DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $98,221 to $122,776 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance. Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it is needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeZURIK, Inc.