Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk Full-Time | Onsite | Kenosha, WI Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk for our manufacturing accounting, production reporting, and inventory processes at our Kenosha, WI facility. This manufacturing accounting role is accountable for production reporting, inventory management, billing, accounts receivable, and clerical accounting tasks in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The Accounting Clerk reports to the Plant Controller and works closely with the production, shipping, receiving, and plant accounting teams to ensure accurate production data, inventory records, and financial transactions that back manufacturing operations. Why Silgan At Silgan, we invest in our employees with stability, training, and long‑term career growth.Here’swhat you can expect: Excellent pay with annual merit increases Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Additionalbenefits such as pet insurance, wellness programs, and online workout options 401kretirement plan with dollar‑for‑dollar company match. Paid vacation, holidays, and tuition reimbursement Long-term stability with opportunities for advancement A culture that values safety, innovation, andpromoting fromwithin What You’ll Do as an Accounting Clerk Input production and material usage data into the ERP system using Manufacturing Order paperwork Audit MO paperwork for accuracy and reasonableness, explain variances from key production metrics, and reinforce training on correct documentation procedures Process daily customer billing and customer invoices Enter, audit, and manage inventory adjustments resulting from cycle counts Perform clerical accounting duties requiring knowledge of accounting office practices and accounting classifications Interact with multiple departments to gather accounting data and assist with issue resolution Back up accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing activities, special projects, and other accounting duties in a small manufacturing accounting department Perform daily administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, copying, maintaining records, and processing documentation Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned What You Bring Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field One to two years of accounting experience or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment Strong attention to detail with effective time‑management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills Experience using integrated ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards Strong written and verbal communication skills Self‑motivated work style with the ability to meet deadlines Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to help with workload and production deadlines Who We Are Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. Our manufacturing operations emphasize safety, quality, compliance, and accurate financial and production reporting in structured plant environments. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silgan Containers