Accounting Manager - Manufacturing Operations

We are proud to be anessential part of the world's food supply chainand are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do!Silgan Closures is now hiring for an Accounting Manager - Manufacturing Operations in our Downers Grove, IL office - Apply now!

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary based on experience, starting at $165k annually
• Discretionary Management Incentive Plan bonus
• Exposure to senior management
• Opportunity to influence important business decisions
• A collaborative accounting team
• Achievements are recognized, acknowledged, and celebrated
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, wellness programs, educational assistance, training, and more!

What you'll do:

• Reporting and Analysis: Oversee general accounting activities and financial statements, with specific ownership of inventory valuation and ASC 606 process components, internal controls, and GAAP compliance. Deliver data-driven insights on key drivers and provide actionable solutions.
• Sales and Operations Planning and Forecasting: Support the development of financial forecasts and annual budgets in collaboration with cross functional teams.
• Ad-Hoc Projects: Serve as a key contributor on organizational initiatives such as annual standard cost resets, corporate restructuring, and working capital optimization.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing workflows, systems, and problem-solving methodologies.

You'll love it here if you:

• Like to approach both complex and routine tasks with intellectual curiosity.
• Are confident but not afraid to admit when you may need help.
• Like the opportunity to take on greater responsibility and grow within the accounting team.
• Like to work with large data bases.

What you'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in accounting or analytical roles.
• Proficiency in general, management, and manufacturing accounting, including balance sheet management, standard costing, profit and loss (P&L), and cash flow analysis.
• Ability to collaborate with accounting and business partners and work with plants on inventory.
• Experience with quarterly and EOY audits.

Who we are:

• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
• A supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, and beauty products.
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The 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.

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