Posted 1mo ago

PLANT ACCOUNTANT I

@ Pilkington
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:close books, analyze costs, reconcile accounts
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's in Business Administration or Accounting; GAAP knowledge; Excel proficiency; SAP experience preferred; customer-focused and analytical; able to work independently.
Technical Tools Mentioned:SAP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
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Job Description

Primary Duties:

  • Responsible for the monthly financial close for the Lexington operation and preparing value added financial and operational reports.
  • Provide cost/financial analysis as required improving the operation’s performance, being a value added resource.
  • Perform required balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations.
  • Be local contact person to manage all AP related questions working closely with corporate AP.
  • Produce daily and weekly KPI and other internal reporting.
  • Assist in developing the annual budget for the Lexington operation.
  • Perform annual Standard Cost changes for the Lexington operation.
  • Assist in leading the cost reduction effort for the Lexington operation including identifying/implementing/tracking cost reduction opportunities.
  • Perform financial analysis for special projects as required.
  • Adhere to/enforce local, corporate, and statutory regulations regarding proper accounting policies and procedures and financial controls.
  • Adherence to the NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its’ Values and Principles.
  • Adherence to the Key Safety Leadership Behaviors.

 

Qualifications Required:

  • Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related fields. 
  • Working knowledge of inventory and accounting systems, understanding of cost absorption, standard costing, and GAAP.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point
  • Customer focused, willing to learn the business and get involved
  • Ability to work independently. Strong Analytical Skills
  • Well developed interpersonal, verbal and writing skills.

 

Qualifications Desired:

  • MBA, CPA or CMA certification preferred
  • Experience with SAP preferred