Plant Accounting Manager - Ogden, UT

Plant Accounting Manager - Ogden, UT Country United States of America State / County Utah City Ogden Division Structurals Company Ogden Function Finance Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity

ID 21527

Job Description Position Summary The Plant Accounting Manager serves as a key accounting leader supporting the plant and the Plant Controller. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial close processes, maintaining internal control compliance, and owning the integrity of the plant's financial statements. The position requires a hands-on leader with a strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory valuation methodologies. As a core member of the plant finance team, the Accounting Manager partners closely with operations to drive financial visibility, accountability, and performance. Key Responsibilities Lead and execute the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion in a lean team environment Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules Manage inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes Support and maintain standard costing, including cost updates and variance analysis Support internal control processes and ensure compliance with US GAAP Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation Perform detailed cost analysis, including labor, overhead, and manufacturing variances Prepare recurring and ad hoc reporting for plant leadership and corporate finance Handle a broad range of responsibilities typical of a smaller, hands-on plant environment Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred) 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment Strong background in cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory management Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar) Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis) Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX experience a plus) Proven ability to manage and execute the month-end close process independently or within a small team Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across functions Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive efficiencies All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.