Senior Accountant

Silgan Dispensing Systems Thomaston Corporation; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Shift differential pay for 2nd/3rd SH

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing Systems Thomaston Corporation is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional to assist the Finance Controller in maintaining accurate records and analysing the performance of three production units. The role focuses on cost accounting, internal controls, and financial reporting to maximize profitability.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance with 3–5 years of cost accounting experience, and have hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–5 years cost accounting/financial controls experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Lean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Cash, fixed assets, other assets and liabilities.
• Ensure accuracy in financial communication and resolve reconciling items.
• Working capital management with Finance Team for reduction initiatives.
• Internal control processes: group authorization and risk assessments.
• Maintain reporting schedules and controlling tools within integration scope.
• Manage cost accounting system and inventory reports/analysis.
• Develop understanding of industrial activities for value-added analyses.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial control

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About Silgan Dispensing

Silgan Dispensing Systems is a growing global company with operations in over 10 countries where we develop dispensing solutions for iconic brands in the beauty, fragrance, personal care, home, and healthcare markets.

The dispensers we manufacture can be found on some of your favorite products. When you spray your kitchen counter, wash your hair, or put on your favorite perfume there's a good chance you're using a sprayer, pump or closure we make! We help brands enhance peoples’ lives through our innovative solutions that make dispensing easier, more comfortable, and more sustainable.

At Silgan Dispensing, you can expect an open, safe, and welcoming workplace with team members who are committed to our values. We are customer-oriented, innovative, driven to excel, respectful, inclusive, and sustainably focused. We are guided by our belief that we do our best work when we work as One Team.

Expected Results

Assist the Finance Controller in maintaining accurate records to conform to Internal Control standards. Develop as an active support to Management Team in analysing business performance of 3 production units and maximizing company’s profitability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage Balance Sheet reconciliations.


• Cash, fixed assets, other assets and liabilities


• Ensure highest levels of consistency and accuracy in Company’s financial communication and be able to identify and resolve reconciling items.


• Working capital management: work jointly with the Finance Team to report on reduction initiatives (A/P payment term conditions, optimized internal flows, inventory reporting…)


• Active involvement in application of solid internal control processes (Group authorization and business process rules, risk assessments, internal audits…)


• Assist the Finance Controller in maintaining reporting schedules and controlling tools as part of company’s integration within scope of a new shareholder.


• Manage cost accounting system, maintain accurate costing information, and effectively deliver inventory reports / analysis.


• Develop a sound and extensive understanding of Company’s industrial activities in order to display value-added analysis at the attention of Finance Director and Management Team.


• Participate in building an efficient cost-control environment and advanced analytical view on industrial performance (product costing, KPI’s…)


• Assist the Finance Controller to monitor the execution of budget/forecasts/business plans; recommend and contribute to implement countermeasures to offset identified variances.


• Act as a strong team player and provide general support to the progressive strengthening of Finance/Accounting team.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance. 3-5 years relevant cost accounting / financial control experience. Exposure to financial management and internal control in manufacturing environment. Experience with a modern ERP system (SAP, Oracle…). Self- starter in need of little direction. Confident communicator with an ability to collaborate with a team/build strong relationships. Able to work in deadline-driven environment Excellent analytical ability Strong ability to focus on cost management. Continuous improvement oriented/ Experience working ln LEAN manufacturing environment preferred.

Benefits

• Those who join our team will have access to a competitive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, 401(K), paid vacation time, paid holidays, overtime eligibility for hourly employees and much more!


• Silgan dispensing also has a generous shift differential pay for hourly employees on 2nd and 3rd shift.

Our Culture

Silgan Dispensing creates dispensing solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands—from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures.

When you join our team, you become part of a global community where your unique perspectives help shape our future. You'll have the opportunity to be hands-on, get directly involved in meaningful work, and make a tangible impact from day one.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.