Plant Accountant

Openwork, formerly Meador Staffing Services; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Openwork is sourcing for an experienced Plant Accountant to support accounting and financial operations at an industrial facility in Pasadena, TX. The role covers general ledger, AP/AR, billing, fixed assets, capital projects, budgeting, and month-end reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of manufacturing accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and a track record of accurate, detail-oriented work. ISO 9001/45001 and safety standards are integral to this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Plant, chemical, petrochemical, industrial, or manufacturing accounting experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with GL accounting, AP, billing, sales and use tax, bank reconciliations, cost accounting, capital projects, and fixed assets.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close procedures.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills.
• Stable employment history with progressive responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process general ledger entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable transactions in accordance with GAAP and company requirements.
• Maintain vendor master files and verify the accuracy of vendor information and invoices.
• Obtain required invoice approvals, assign GL codes, enter invoices for payment, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of annual Form 1099 reporting.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts.
• Review and reconcile general ledger activity related to accrued payables.
• Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Calculate and accrue monthly Texas sales and use tax and assist with required filings.
• Process employee expense reports and verify compliance with company policies.
• Prepare direct-bill invoices with supporting documentation and submit them for payment.
• Maintain the fixed asset system and prepare related reports and reconciliations.
• Manage accounting for capital projects and prepare monthly capital project reports.
• Assist with the facility's annual operating budget, depreciation budget, and long-range financial plans.
• Prepare and distribute variable-cost reports for management.
• Review, code, and assess applicable taxes for maintenance invoices and month-end accruals.
• Prepare census and financial reports for outside organizations as required.
• Provide documentation and reports for audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial, cost, and property-tax accounting processes.
• Provide support to the Controller and serve as a backup when needed.
• Participate in loss-control inspections, audits, hazard reviews, and safety-improvement initiatives.
• Complete required regulatory and safety training and comply with all applicable policies and regulations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Cost accounting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Tax accounting

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are working with a client and are sourcing or a great job opportunity.

HOURS: 9/80 Schedule

SALARY: $85K - $115K

Position Summary

We are working with a client to source for a role for an experienced Plant Accountant to support the accounting and financial operations of an industrial manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, billing, sales and use tax, fixed assets, capital projects, cost accounting, reconciliations, budgeting, and month-end reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong plant or manufacturing accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and a stable employment history demonstrating consistent job tenure and career progression.

This position is also responsible for complying with all company health, environmental, safety, and quality policies, including ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards and applicable OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process general ledger entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable transactions in accordance with GAAP and company requirements.
• Maintain vendor master files and verify the accuracy of vendor information and invoices.
• Obtain required invoice approvals, assign appropriate general ledger codes, enter invoices for payment, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of annual Form 1099 reporting.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts.
• Review and reconcile general ledger activity related to accrued payables.
• Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Calculate and accrue monthly Texas sales and use tax and assist with required filings.
• Process employee expense reports and verify compliance with company policies.
• Prepare direct-bill invoices with supporting documentation and submit them to the appropriate partners for payment.
• Maintain the fixed asset system and prepare related reports and reconciliations.
• Manage the accounting for capital projects and prepare monthly capital project reports.
• Assist with the preparation of the facility's annual operating budget, direct-bill budget, depreciation budget, and long-range financial plans.
• Prepare and distribute variable-cost reports for management.
• Review, code, and assess applicable taxes for maintenance invoices and month-end maintenance accruals.
• Prepare census and financial reports for outside organizations, as required.
• Provide documentation and reports for financial, tax, and risk-management audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial, cost, and property-tax accounting processes.
• Provide support to the Controller and serve as a backup when needed.
• Participate in assigned loss-control inspections, audits, hazard reviews, and safety-improvement initiatives.
• Complete required regulatory and safety training and comply with all applicable policies and regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Plant, chemical, petrochemical, industrial, or manufacturing accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, accounts payable, billing, sales and use tax, bank reconciliations, cost accounting, capital projects, and fixed assets.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end closing procedures.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Stable employment history with demonstrated job tenure, reliability, and progressive responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience working in a plant or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting financial, tax, or regulatory audits.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and industrial safety and environmental requirements.