Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Accountant

Pasadena, TX

Job Description

The Plant Accountant manages and supports all plant financial activities, including financial reporting, cash management, and annual operating plan (AOP) processes. This role provides accurate financial and statistical data to plant and corporate leadership to enable timely, informed decision-making and partners closely with various corporate functions. The position reports to the Operations Finance Director and plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity, driving process improvements, and supporting overall plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support all plant accounting activities related to financial reporting, cash management, and AOP processes.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing and recording.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and balance sheet management to support plant and corporate financial objectives.
• Provide accurate plant financial and statistical data to leadership to support timely, informed business decisions.
• Identify and implement process improvements in accounting and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-functional, global organizational structure and partner with various corporate functions.
• Use Sage and Microsoft Office applications to prepare reports, analyses, presentations, and communications.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounting principles and practices, including general ledger management, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Experience with month-end close processes and preparation of financial statements and reports.
• General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and execute basic accounting functions and identify process improvements.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Experience with forecasting and balance sheet support.

Qualifications

• CPA or CMA experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or chemical industry environment preferred.
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in response to evolving business demands.
• Commitment to acting with integrity, honoring commitments, and maintaining accountability for decisions and actions.
• Focus on delivering high-quality, outcome-oriented work that drives measurable impact.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility and follows a Monday through Friday schedule, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, involving regular interaction with plant operations and corporate functions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $41.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.