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Plant Accountant
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What they do
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).
$74,170 / year median in Texas
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Plant Accountant at Openwork, formerly Meador Staffing Services Plant Accountant at Openwork, formerly Meador Staffing Services in Pasadena, Texas Posted in about 21 hours ago.
Type:
full-time We are working with a client and are sourcing or a great job opportunity.
JOB TITLE
Plant Accountant HOURS:
9/80 Schedule
LOCATION
Pasadena, TX SALARY:
$85K - $115K Position Summary We are working with a client to source for a role for an experienced Plant Accountant to support the accounting and financial operations of an industrial manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, billing, sales and use tax, fixed assets, capital projects, cost accounting, reconciliations, budgeting, and month-end reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong plant or manufacturing accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and a stable employment history demonstrating consistent job tenure and career progression. This position is also responsible for complying with all company health, environmental, safety, and quality policies, including ISO 9001 and
ISO 45001
standards and applicable OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ requirements. Key Responsibilities Prepare and process general ledger entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable transactions in accordance with GAAP and company requirements. Maintain vendor master files and verify the accuracy of vendor information and invoices. Obtain required invoice approvals, assign appropriate general ledger codes, enter invoices for payment, and maintain supporting documentation. Assist with the preparation and distribution of annual Form 1099 reporting. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts. Review and reconcile general ledger activity related to accrued payables. Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Calculate and accrue monthly Texas sales and use tax and assist with required filings. Process employee expense reports and verify compliance with company policies. Prepare direct-bill invoices with supporting documentation and submit them to the appropriate partners for payment. Maintain the fixed asset system and prepare related reports and reconciliations. Manage the accounting for capital projects and prepare monthly capital project reports. Assist with the preparation of the facility's annual operating budget, direct-bill budget, depreciation budget, and long-range financial plans. Prepare and distribute variable-cost reports for management. Review, code, and assess applicable taxes for maintenance invoices and month-end maintenance accruals. Prepare census and financial reports for outside organizations, as required. Provide documentation and reports for financial, tax, and risk-management audits. Identify opportunities to improve financial, cost, and property-tax accounting processes. Provide support to the Controller and serve as a backup when needed. Participate in assigned loss-control inspections, audits, hazard reviews, and safety-improvement initiatives. Complete required regulatory and safety training and comply with all applicable policies and regulations. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting. At least five years of progressive accounting experience. Plant, chemical, petrochemical, industrial, or manufacturing accounting experience is strongly preferred. Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, accounts payable, billing, sales and use tax, bank reconciliations, cost accounting, capital projects, and fixed assets. Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end closing procedures. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Stable employment history with demonstrated job tenure, reliability, and progressive responsibility. Preferred Qualifications CPA or CMA certification. Experience working in a plant or manufacturing environment. Experience supporting financial, tax, or regulatory audits. Familiarity with
ISO 9001, ISO
45001, and industrial safety and environmental requirements. Please email resumes to Linda Fields at linda.fields@openwork.com