Accounting Technician

Winpak; Pekin (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Winpak Heat Seal is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Finance team in Pekin, IL. You will support plant financial operations focusing on accounts payable, invoice processing, vendor management, and reconciliations.

This role suits an organized accounting professional who can work independently yet collaborate with departments across the facility. Prior manufacturing experience and ERP familiarity are valued; 1099 filings and month-end close support are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with accounts payable, invoice processing, account reconciliations, and general accounting activities.
• Knowledge of internal controls and their application within financial processes.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, identify discrepancies, and follow through to resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with an ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice entry, coding, filing, and processing for purchase order and non-purchase order transactions.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure accuracy and proper authorization.
• Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account information.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, wire transfers, and employee expense reimbursements.
• Support the preparation of annual 1099 filings for qualifying suppliers.
• Participate in month-end and period-end close activities, including recording accruals for goods and services received but not yet invoiced.
• Complete bank and other account reconciliations, including clearing checks against daily bank activity and identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare freight-related transactions and other accounting entries, and communicate missing information or variances to the appropriate departments.
• Prepare schedules, analyses, reports, and supporting documentation for internal and external auditors, as well as other ad-hoc financial requests.
• Support compliance with internal controls and applicable accounting requirements under IFRS and United States generally accepted accounting principles.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoice processing

Vendor management

Account reconciliations

Internal controls

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Associate degree possible

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP system

Job description

Winpak Heat Seal is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Finance team based out of Pekin, Illinois.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the plant’s financial operations, with a primary focus on accounts payable, invoice processing, vendor management, and account reconciliations. You will work closely with departments across the facility, as well as vendors and service providers, to ensure transactions are processed accurately and financial records are maintained in a timely manner. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized accounting professional who enjoys working independently while supporting a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice entry, coding, filing, and processing for purchase order and non-purchase order transactions.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure accuracy and proper authorization.
• Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account information.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, wire transfers, and employee expense reimbursements.
• Support the preparation of annual 1099 filings for qualifying suppliers.
• Participate in month-end and period-end close activities, including recording accruals for goods and services received but not yet invoiced.
• Complete bank and other account reconciliations, including clearing checks against daily bank activity and identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare freight-related transactions and other accounting entries, and communicate missing information or variances to the appropriate departments.
• Prepare schedules, analyses, reports, and supporting documentation for internal and external auditors, as well as other ad-hoc financial requests.
• Support compliance with internal controls and applicable accounting requirements under IFRS and United States generally accepted accounting principles.
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with accounts payable, invoice processing, account reconciliations, and general accounting activities.
• Knowledge of internal controls and their application within financial processes.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, identify discrepancies, and follow through to resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with an enterprise resource planning system.
• Experience supporting month-end or period-end close activities.
• Experience preparing audit documentation, reconciliations, financial reports, or similar accounting schedules.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or plant finance environment.

Additional Details

• This is a full-time position based out of Pekin, Illinois.
• This position is 100% onsite.
• The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team and departments across the manufacturing facility.
  

Compensation Range: $48,000 - $55,000

The compensation range provided is a general guideline only. Pay will be determined based on the candidate's experience and expertise and is subject to vary.

Why Winpak?

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
• Travel coverage
• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Retirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short-term counselling, wellbeing coaching, and financial and legal consultation services

Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job — never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.