Sr. Accountant

Woodbridge Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Assistance Program

Continuous Learning Culture

Defined Contribution Plan with company

Job summary

Woodbridge Group in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a developmental Plant Controller role with a clear 2–3 year progression toward a Plant Controller position. You will gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, operational finance, cost accounting, and leadership responsibilities to prepare for future advancement opportunities.

The role covers month-end close, intercompany accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial analysis, audit support, tax compliance, and capital expenditure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience, manufacturing preferred.
• Strong general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliation, and financial analysis experience.
• Experience with intercompany accounting preferred.
• Experience supporting audits and tax reporting requirements preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Prepare monthly intercompany transactions and ensure timely balancing and reconciliation of all related‑party accounts.
• Own balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate/resolution of reconciling items.
• Analyze monthly financial results, including P&L and balance sheet fluctuations, and provide insights to plant and finance leadership.
• Assist the Controller in preparation, review, and interpretation of monthly financial statements and operating results.
• Prepare annual tax packages and support corporate tax requirements.
• Coordinate annual external audit activities and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support capital expenditure tracking, reporting, and fixed asset accounting.
• Maintain prepaid, accrual, and other general ledger account schedules.
• Support standard cost maintenance, BOM cost rollups, inventory analysis, and manufacturing accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly sales and use tax filings and other required statutory filings.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Partner with operations and department leaders to provide financial analysis and business support.
• Cross‑train in key accounting functions and serve as a backup within the finance team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Account reconciliation

Financial analysis

Intercompany accounting

Audits

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

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Job Grade: Supervisor/Analytical/Technical (I3/T2A)

BusinessUnit: Technical Foam

Hiring Manager: Russell DeWitt

About Woodbridge

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge Culture

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte's Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match - Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture - We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

SUMMARY:

This position is designed as a developmental role with a clear progression path toward a Plant Controller position within approximately 2-3 years. The successful candidate will gain hands‑on experience in financial reporting, operational finance, business partnering, cost accounting, and leadership responsibilities to prepare for future advancement opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following:

• Assist month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Prepare monthly intercompany transactions and ensure timely balancing and reconciliation of all related‑party accounts.
• Own balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate/resolution of reconciling items.
• Analyze monthly financial results, including P&L and balance sheet fluctuations, and provide insights to plant and finance leadership.
• Assist the Controller in preparation, review, and interpretation of monthly financial statements and operating results.
• Prepare annual tax packages and support corporate tax requirements.
• Coordinate annual external audit activities and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support capital expenditure tracking, reporting, and fixed asset accounting.
• Maintain prepaid, accrual, and other general ledger account schedules.
• Support standard cost maintenance, BOM cost rollups, inventory analysis, and manufacturing accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly sales and use tax filings and other required statutory filings.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Partner with operations and department leaders to provide financial analysis and business support.
• Cross‑train in key accounting functions and serve as a backup within the finance team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliation, and financial analysis experience.
• Experience with intercompany accounting preferred.
• Experience supporting audits and tax reporting requirements preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills required.

Pay Scale

• $75,000 - $90,000

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.