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Job Description: Plant AccountantTop, fast-growing manufacturing organization is searching for a plant accountant for their plant operations in Paducah, KY. . In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all costs are properly reported including all production related costs, cost of sales and operating/overhead expenses. This position is also responsible for periodic reporting of operational metrics to plant and business unit management. Additional duties include data analysis as requested, identifying areas for process and/or cost improvement, extracting data and creating reports, month end closing journal entries and monthly account reconciliations.What You'll Do: General cost accounting and other related duties for two locationsPrepare monthly financial statements and related KPI reportsMaintain the general ledger, prepare journal entries, and perform month-end close on a monthly, quarter and annual basisCode invoices, reconcile accounts, and provide variance explanationsAssist with annual budget and monthly forecasting with related variance reportingWeekly and bi-weekly payroll and payroll reportingVerify and/or complete payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensure payments are charged to the appropriate accountsAdhere to system of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX)Generate inventory and operational reports for managementCoordinate and reconcile semi-annual physical inventory countsProvides internal auditors with assistance; gathering necessary account information and provide relevant supportAssist with requests from external auditors.Perform other related duties as assigned. What You'll Need: Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailFinancial accounting and cost accounting experienceUnderstanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principlesProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems such as Oracle or SAPBachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field, required