Plant Accountant

The Plant Accountant is responsible for the preparation, coordination, and documentation of financial analysis projects, compiles and maintains accounts payable records in an accurate and timely manner under direct supervision. Responsible for reconciliation of internal accounts and finance transactions and reports. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Daily processing in VIM (Vendor Invoice Management System) – following up with management teams to ensure receipt verification completed and/or price validity check completed Weekly facilitation of customer chargeback follow-up and OEM dispute reporting Voucher PO related invoices by performing three-way matching on freight. Voucher non-PO related invoices by checking proper approval and account string Management of Direct Bill approval process (missing PR’s/PO’s.) Reciprocal Tariff Reporting and invoice reconciliation Resolve and prevent issues due to incorrect receiving, incorrect PO/Requisition, and incorrect invoices by contacting plants and vendors Goods Receipt creation and coordination between Vendor and our AP team. A/P or A/R accruals. Goods Receipt/Invoice Received (GR/IR) account research and validation. Prepare and reconcile accounts payable related reports Preparation of SAP Sales orders (SSO’s) to correspond with customer chargeback deductions in coordination with Logistics and Quality areas on resolution. Assist internal and external audit in accounts payable/receivable area Create reporting, planning, and analytical tools utilized for periodical results, budgeting, and forecasting Optimize reporting accuracy and operating efficiency of the accounting functions Education/Experience: Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent from an accredited college or technical school is preferred Accounts Payable experience preferred SAP experience or equivalent integrated ERP/GL system preferred Language Ability: Solid verbal and written communication skills in English required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, business correspondence, policies, procedures, and technical documents. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and presentations. Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization, vendors, customers, and external auditors. Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages Reasoning Ability: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Analytical thinker with effective problem-solving abilities. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Intermediate to advanced Excel skills Analytical & problem-solving skills Organizational and time management Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work. Regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, calculator, telephone, copier, and other standard office equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communications. Occasionally required to bend, stoop, reach, and lift or carry items weighing up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for detailed financial and computer work. Must be able to safely access and navigate production floor areas to support accounting activities, inventory verification, audits, and operational reviews. Exposure to manufacturing environments may include varying temperatures, noise levels, moving machinery, and forklift traffic. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when entering designated production areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr