A bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field is required.
Three to five years of progressive finance experience is required; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and general office software and equipment is required.
Experience with a variety of enterprise resource planning systems and report-writing tools is required.
Deep knowledge and technical acumen in finance, enterprise resource planning systems, and Microsoft Office products are required.
Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret business and financial data to make decisions that improve performance and drive desired business outcomes is required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day plant accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, customer invoicing, collections, payment processing, and order entry.
Complete month-end close by the third working day of each month, ensuring accurate general ledger balances, check payments, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; analyze sales and financial performance; and explain budget variances to management and program managers.
Prepare and upload quarterly forecasts and the annual budget.
Track capital expenditures and research and development expenses, and ensure accurate inventory counts, adjustments, and reporting.
Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial records; support audits, risk management, customer account applications, and required insurance reporting.
Respond to vendor and customer inquiries, research discrepancies, and resolve billing, payment, and account-related concerns.
Perform miscellaneous duties in support of the accounting and finance functions as needed.
Provide administrative and communication support for local site activities and corporate initiatives, connecting the local team with the broader Standex/Engraving Group.
Help communicate corporate updates and initiatives, facilitate information sharing between local and corporate teams, and assist management with site communications and employee activities.
Serve as a local engagement champion by encouraging employee participation and supporting initiatives that promote collaboration, communication, and a positive workplace culture.
Desired Qualifications
Previous use of Epicor and OneStream is a plus.
Manufacturing-environment experience is preferred.
Position: Plant Accountant Location: Wakefield, MA FLSA category: Exempt Reports to: General Manager, Innovent; with dotted to division controller
Overview
The Plant Accountant is the finance function for Innovent, Wakefield, this is a standalone role, not part of a finance team. Ownership of plant financial functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, and account reconciliation, while consolidating data from Innovent Germany for divisional reporting. This position acts as the administrative engagement champion supporting the business’s Business Performance Plan (BPP), oversees the preparation of monthly financial statements, and ensures compliance with all legal and company policies and requirements.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Accounting and Financial Reporting
Manage day-to-day plant accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, customer invoicing, collections, payment processing, and order entry.
Complete month-end close by the third working day of each month, ensuring accurate general ledger balances, check payments, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; analyze sales and financial performance; and explain budget variances to management and program managers.
Prepare and upload quarterly forecasts and the annual budget
Track capital expenditures and R&D expenses, and ensure accurate inventory counts, adjustments, and reporting.
Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial records; support audits, risk management, customer account applications, and required insurance reporting.
Respond to vendor and customer inquiries, research discrepancies, and resolve billing, payment, and account-related concerns.
Miscellaneous duties in support of the accounting and finance functions as needed
Administrative Support
Provide administrative and communication support for local site activities and corporate initiatives, connecting the local team with the broader Standex/Engraving Group.
Help communicate corporate updates and initiatives, facilitate information sharing between local and corporate teams, and assist management with site communications and employee activities.
Serve as a local engagement champion by encouraging employee participation and supporting initiatives that promote collaboration, communication, and a positive workplace culture.
Education/Experience/KSAs:
Knowledge and Skills
Continuous learner and skilled communicator with the ability to reach collaborative solutions.
Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret business and financial data to make decisions that improve performance and drive desired business outcomes.
Highly organized individual with GAAP knowledge and general office software and equipment.
Experience with a variety of ERP systems and report-writing tools. Previous use of Epicor and Onestream a plus
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
3-5 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Deep knowledge and technical acumen in finance, ERP systems, and MS Office products