Plant Accountant (Peru, IN)

Plant Accountant

Position overview Senior Financial Accounting needed for Chicago IL based client (near Starved Rock). Client offers competitive salary and benefits. Must possess knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as well as financial and accounting applications. Prepare and maintain all financial and cost documentation for plant operations. Provide timely reporting and analysis on plant operations including weekly updates on plant performance and capital project and cost savings initiative status updates including returns. Compile and analyze financial information to support accounting accruals or other required journal entries in regards to month end close procedures. Communicate monthly operating results and related variance analysis. Collaborate with Operations Management in preparation of the plant annual operating plan and monthly forecasts. Product costing including bill of material staffing and process verification and development of labor and overhead rates for the periodic updating of standard costs. Product cost modeling for formulation process and equipment changes and new products. Post change launch validation of assumptions and financial impact. Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits. Coordinate and assists in physical inventory process. All other duties and special projects as assigned. Significant role in pending ERP system conversion Requirement Must have CPA or CMA certification Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance 3- 5 years of plant accounting experience including cost accounting Ability to identify and proactively resolve issues Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Strong communication organizational and analytical skills Thorough knowledge of cost accounting principles Excellent analytical skills Excellent technology skills including ERP experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite All candidates applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.