Multi-Plant Manufacturing Cost Accountant

Chemtrade; City of Schenectady (NY); Remote; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly benefits

Growth opportunities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Chemtrade is seeking a seasoned finance professional to lead month-end close activities for manufacturing while driving cost improvements and accurate inventories. You will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver reliable statements and insightful dashboards.

The role emphasizes standard costing, variance analysis, and ERP optimization, with a strong focus on collaboration and accuracy across multiple plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (or active progress toward CPA) preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Deep knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• ERP experience (SAP S/4HANA preferred); advanced Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Clear, concise communicator able to partner across functions.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close activities tied to manufacturing.
• Analyze product costs, inventory levels, and production variances; translate findings into actions.
• Maintain and update standard costs, including annual cost roll processes.
• Build and deliver financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and performance dashboards.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and support physical counts across multiple plants.
• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to identify and realize cost reductions.
• Uphold accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and ERP (SAP S/4HANA preferred) enhancements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Multi-plant experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Excel

Job description

At Chemtrade, people power our performance. We deliver solutions to complex customer challenges while keeping safety, sustainability, and stewardship at the core of how we operate. You’ll join a collaborative, diverse team that values your perspective and empowers you to make an impact.

A day in the life

You start your morning reviewing production orders, validating standard costs, and scanning variance reports. By midday, you’re partnering with Operations and Supply Chain to pinpoint savings opportunities across multiple U.S. plants. In the afternoon, you refine forecasts, reconcile inventories, and prepare clear, data-backed insights for leadership—closing the books with precision and suggesting ways to elevate our ERP and reporting processes.

Role snapshot

• Primary Location: Remote USA
• Schedule: Full time, salaried
• Reports To: Business Controller
• Compensation: $85,000–$95,000 base + bonus + benefits

What you’ll do

• Own month-end close activities tied to manufacturing.
• Analyze product costs, inventory levels, and production variances; translate findings into actions.
• Maintain and update standard costs, including annual cost roll processes.
• Build and deliver financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and performance dashboards.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and support physical counts across multiple plants.
• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to identify and realize cost reductions.
• Uphold accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and ERP (SAP S/4HANA preferred) enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (or active progress toward CPA) preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Deep knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• ERP experience (SAP S/4HANA preferred); advanced Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Clear, concise communicator able to partner across functions.

What you bring

• Strong business and financial acumen with a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Problem-solver who values accuracy and accountability.
• Collaborative approach with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance peers.
• Comfort navigating multi-plant complexity and fast-changing priorities.

Life at Chemtrade

We champion an inclusive culture where different ideas and experiences fuel innovation. Employee Resource Groups help colleagues connect, contribute, and shape our culture. We also offer family-friendly benefits and clear paths for growth—supporting you at work and at home.

Explore more about Chemtrade on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube (Chemtrade).

Proficiencies

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Join us to drive financial performance, elevate operations, and guide informed decision-making across our manufacturing footprint.