Controller Trainee (Plant Accountant)

Job Description

Job Description

This is an entry-level position that involves specialized work in developing and maintaining financial data at the manufacturing plants. Work involves preparation, development and administration of: Audits, Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, Inter company reports, Information Flow, Inventory, and Production reports.

• Inventory
  • Maintain accuracy in receiving, month end paperwork, inventory adjustments, usage, and costing
• Accounts Payable
  • Complete a monthly comparison between receipts and outstanding payments to verify accuracy of Income Statements
  • Audit paperwork for accuracy and create unpaid invoice lists
• Financial Reporting
  • Complete daily production reports for Management
  • Complete monthly Inter-Company journal entries
  • Summarize daily/weekly financial information into a Plant Scorecard
• Bill of Material Maintenance
  • Enter new items into the system as needed by plant managers
  • Modify bill of materials based on product changes and fluctuation to ensure accurate raw materials usages and inventory counts.
• Order Processing
  • Enter and process orders through the system in a timely manner
  • Handle questions or problems forwarded from the Menards stores

Any additional accounting related functions or special reporting projects as assigned by the Plant Controller or Plant Manager.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Working knowledge of modern accounting methods and techniques
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products- Excel, Access, Word,
• Good data entry skills
• Able to write and speak clearly and accurately
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Midwest Manufacturing managers.