Senior Cost Accountant

Silgan-Closures; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support manufacturing and financial operations. You will focus on manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, inventory valuation, cost variance analysis, and month-end close, partnering with plant teams and controllers across locations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, with strong Excel and ERP (JD Edwards) skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards; Planful or similar FP&A tools.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing plants with costing and setup of new products and items.
• Prepare schedules and analyses for inventory valuation methods (LIFO and FIFO).
• Analyze and recommend standard cost updates and changes.
• Calculate and monitor manufacturing overhead rates and variances.
• Assist plant personnel with inventory transaction issues; support month-end close.
• Manage excess and obsolete inventory processes (SLOB/HFI accrual).
• Post journals; reconcile balance sheet accounts; ensure proper GL classifications.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Financial reporting

General ledger

Excel

Data analysis

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

JD Edwards

Planful

Job description

Senior Cost Accountant – Manufacturing | Silgan Closures |Downers Grove, ILStability. Innovation. Industry Leader. – We Are Silgan.Silgan Closures is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support manufacturing and financial operations in Downers Grove, IL. This role focuses on manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, inventory accounting, cost variance analysis, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and month-end close. You'll partner with plant teams and controllers across multiple manufacturing locations to ensure accurate product costs, inventory valuation, and financial results.What we offer you:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverageSalary range: $75,000 - $80,000 based on experience401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysTuition reimbursementVoluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal plans, identity protectionEmployee engagement events and team-building activitiesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementStable employment with global industry leaderWhat you'll do:Cost AccountingSupport manufacturing plants with costing and setup of new products and itemsPrepare supporting schedules and analyses for inventory valuation methods, including LIFO and FIFO calculationsAnalyze and provide recommendations for standard cost updates and changesCalculate and monitor manufacturing overhead rates.Research, analyze, and explain manufacturing and inventory variances. Assist plant personnel with inventory transaction issuesProvide inventory accounting and month-end close support for plant controllers during absences or periods of increased workloadManage excess and obsolete inventory processes, including Slow Moving and Obsolete Inventory (SLOB) and HFI accrual calculationsGeneral AccountingPrepare and post journal entriesReconcile balance sheet account activityReview general ledger activity to ensure transactions are properly recorded and classifiedLoad operational and financial unit data into PlanfulCoordinate and distribute monthly close and forecast calendarsAssist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes and auditsYou'll need to have:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting and financial reportingExperience with general ledger reconciliations and journal entriesStrong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and financial modelingStrong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesPreferred:Experience with ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards;Familiarity with Planful or similar financial planning and reporting softwareExperience with LIFO/FIFO inventory methodologiesUnderstanding of manufacturing operations and standard costing systemsWhy Join Silgan Closures?Fortune 500 packaging leader with 109 manufacturing facilities worldwideGlobal provider of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutionsStrong commitment to safety, innovation, sustainability, and employee developmentCollaborative culture where employees can make an immediate impactLong-standing reputation for stability, growth, and operational excellenceApply Now!**Must be eligible to work for any employer in the United States.LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an \"at-will\" basis.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.You should be proficient in:Bachelor's DegreeISO 22000Cost AccountingERP & MRP SystemsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentMicrosoft ExcelFinancial Reporting