Job Title: Plant Accountant
Classification: Full Time - Exempt
What We Do
SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.
Position Summary
The Accounting Manager manages all accounting activities related to reporting requirements, financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and adherence to deadlines as required directly at plant level and requested by the corporate office.
Responsibilities
Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of financial statements.
Responsible for monthly financial closings and financial statement issuance.
Prepare balance sheet and income statement GL account reconciliations monthly.
Reconcile WIP, storeroom, accounts payable, including accruals & accounts receivable details to general ledger account balances daily.
Ensure timely invoicing to customers, subsequent cost clearing, and monitoring of accounts receivable collections.
Ensure accuracy of time balancing.
Ensure timely Accounts Payable review and authorizations.
Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules.
Maintain internal controls and compliance initiatives.
Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts in conjunction with plant management.
Present and discuss key financial metrics to plant management.
Assist plant management in determining and evaluating trends and variances in production.
Analyze data and inform management of significant changes in cost trends, material cost analysis, or customer profitability, which will result in bottom line improvements.
Review aged inventory and present information to plant management and develop plans to reduce company liability.
Produce ad hoc reports and queries for corporate and plant management.
Prepare and maintain financial budgets.
Develop and prepare historical and analytical information to facilitate annual budget preparation and presentation.
Prepare a wide variety of costing and budgeting reports and analyze information as necessary.
Prepare monthly cash flow and expenditure forecasts.
Other duties assigned.
What you'll need
Bachelor's Degree (BA) in Accounting.
Two-Three Years of Experience in Industrial Environment
Experience with general accounting practices from preparation, maintenance, and oversight of financial statements, accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations and general ledger.
Experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage after 30 days of employment
Training & Development Opportunities
Work-Life Balance
Positive Work Culture
Vacation Time
Paid Holiday Time
401k with a company match/Fully vested after 30 days of employment
SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.
