Plant Accounting Leader – Manufacturing & Cost Control

Hollingsworth-&-Vose-Company-; East Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollingsworth & Vose is seeking a Senior Accountant – Plant Accounting to ensure the accuracy of financial results at our manufacturing plants. You will partner with plant operations and corporate accounting to manage journal entries, accruals and reconciliations.

Responsibilities include month-end close support, variance analysis, and process improvements. CPA/CMA preferred; 4–6 years in manufacturing accounting and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or plant.
• Manufacturing or multi-site environment experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and inventory processes required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review plant journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Analyze plant Balance Sheet and P&L variances versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Support the month-end close process for timely reporting of plant results.
• Collaborate with Corporate Accounting to consolidate financials into corporate results.
• Participate in improvement projects to streamline financial and operational processes.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist with external audit requests and training staff.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel

Cost accounting

Inventory processes

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Hollingsworth & Vose is seeking a Senior Accountant – Plant Accounting to ensure the accuracy of financial results at our manufacturing plants. You will partner with plant operations and corporate accounting to manage journal entries, accruals and reconciliations.

Responsibilities include month-end close support, variance analysis, and process improvements. CPA/CMA preferred; 4–6 years in manufacturing accounting and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) are highly desirable.