Senior Accountant, Accounting Operations
OppFiSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related degree
- Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience
- Manufacturing experience is preferred
- Ability to travel up to 15%
- Experience with SAP is highly preferred
Responsibilities
- Analyze, monitor, and provide insight into actual vs. planned key performance metrics and site budgets
- Interface closely with the plant manager and plant controller to support business activities, ensure plant accounting and finance activities comply with corporate policies and directives
- Assist in the preparation of presentations including monthly and quarterly business reviews, annual budgets, and other business planning initiatives
- Coordinate & participate in quarter-end and year-end physical inventory audits
- Determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor
- Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested by Leadership
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What benefits are offered to Plastipak Associates?
Plastipak offers a comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), EAP, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) with company matching and profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and more. Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
What are the required qualifications for the Plant Accountant role?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, a minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, with manufacturing experience preferred, SAP experience highly preferred, and ability to travel up to 15%.
Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary for the Plant Accountant position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What experience makes a strong candidate for this Plant Accountant role?
A strong candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, at least 1 year of accounting experience preferably in manufacturing, SAP experience, and willingness to travel up to 15%.
Plastipak
Produces sustainable plastic packaging solutions
About Plastipak
Plastipak specializes in producing plastic packaging solutions, particularly lightweight PET bottles, using advanced hot fill injection blow molding technology. This process creates durable packaging suitable for various liquid products, ensuring they remain shelf-stable. The company stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability through its "bottle to bottle" recycling approach, which transforms used bottles into new ones, significantly reducing waste. Plastipak's goal is to provide custom packaging solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from large corporations to smaller businesses, while also enhancing operational efficiency through its global recycling centers and logistics services. The company is committed to innovation, with dedicated centers for developing new packaging technologies.
Plymouth Township, MichiganHeadquarters
1967Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees