An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
AccuForce of Morristown is seeking a Staff / Cost Accountant for one of our premier clients in Newport, TN. This position will either be a temp-to-perm or direct hire placement depending on the chosen candidate. This is not, however, a short-term temporary placement.
Key Responsibilities:
Plant & Cost Accounting Prepare and post journal entries related to manufacturing operations, including production, labor, overhead, and inventory transactions Coordinate and reconcile production reporting, including units produced, scrap, and variances Analyze labor hours and manufacturing costs; investigate and explain variances to standards and budget Support month-end and year-end close activities for the plant Inventory & Production Coordination Maintain accurate inventory records, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods Partner with production and operations teams to validate inventory movements and production reporting Support physical inventory counts and cycle counts; investigate and resolve discrepancies Monitor inventory reserves, obsolescence, and adjustments Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Support plant-related AP and AR activities, including invoice review, accruals, and reconciliations Ensure timely and accurate processing of plant expenses and intercompany transactions Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies Systems & Reporting Utilize AS/400 (IBM i) for production, inventory, and financial transactions Prepare and analyze plant financial reports, including P&L, cost summaries, and variance analyses Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements Assist with process improvements and system enhancements related to plant accounting Collaboration & Travel Serve as a key finance partner to plant management and operations Travel to the manufacturing plant up to 25% monthly to support operations, inventory counts, and cross-functional collaboration
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 3-5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or plant environment Hands-on experience with AS/400 (IBM i) and / or SAP Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing processes Experience with journal entries, AP/AR, and account reconciliations Ability to work remotely with periodic on-site plant support Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Superior data accuracy and accountability This position offers an engaging environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the organization's financial health. We welcome candidates eager to grow their career within a supportive team dedicated to accuracy and continuous improvement.
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): While this position can be performed remotely, occasional visits to the site is required. Will you be able to reliably commute to Newport, TN as needed?
