Sr. Manufacturing Plant Accountant

Robert Half • Beaverton, MI • 1d ago

Description

Location: Beaverton, MI - Hybrid capability after training

Starting Salary: Up to $80,000

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Sr. Manufacturing Plant Accountant to oversee the financial activities of a manufacturing plant and help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This role will be responsible for plant-level accounting, month-end close, cost accounting support, budget tracking, inventory analysis, variance reporting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting experience, analytical skills, and the ability to partner with plant leadership to support operational and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day accounting functions for the manufacturing plant

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports

Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals

Support cost accounting processes

Monitor inventory transactions and partner with operations on cycle counts, physical inventory, and reconciliation of inventory balances

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for plant operations

Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements

Support internal and external audit requests

Identify opportunities for process improvements and help drive efficiencies across accounting and plant finance function

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5+ years of accounting experience, with experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles

Experience with plant accounting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting

Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and operations leaders

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting a manufacturing plant

Knowledge of standard costing, BOMs, labor and overhead analysis, and inventory controls

What the Client Is Looking For

A hands-on accounting professional who can own plant financials

A strong business partner to operations and plant leadership

Someone who can analyze financial results, explain variances, and recommend improvements

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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