ACCOUNTANT

About this role

Location: Remote – Tennessee
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% monthly travel to the manufacturing plant
Systems: AS/400 (IBM i) with SAP implementation planned in CY26

Reporting: Into the Regional Controller

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Plant Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of a manufacturing facility, with a strong focus on cost accounting, inventory, and production-related financial activities. This role partners closely with plant leadership, operations, and corporate finance to ensure accurate financial reporting, cost control, and compliance with company policies. The position is remote within the state of Tennessee, with regular on-site presence at the plant as required.

Key Responsibilities

Plant & Cost Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries related to manufacturing operations, including production, labor, overhead, and inventory transactions
• Coordinate and reconcile production reporting, including units produced, scrap, and variances
• Analyze labor hours and manufacturing costs; investigate and explain variances to standards and budget
• Support month-end and year-end close activities for the plant

Inventory & Production Coordination

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Partner with production and operations teams to validate inventory movements and production reporting
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle counts; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor inventory reserves, obsolescence, and adjustments

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable

• Support plant-related AP and AR activities, including invoice review, accruals, and reconciliations
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of plant expenses and intercompany transactions
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies

Systems & Reporting

• Utilize AS/400 (IBM i) for production, inventory, and financial t...