Parker Plastics, Inc.
Accountant
Parker Plastics, Inc., Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States, 53158
Parker Plastics, Inc. ("PPI") is a privately-owned manufacturer of plastic bottles and containers. Founded in 1989, PPI has four manufacturing plants located in Sand Springs, OK, Pleasant Prairie, WI, Hagerstown, MD, and North Las Vegas, NV. Our corporate headquarters is also located in Pleasant Prairie, WI. PPI is looking to add a junior accounting professional to join our growing company and help build our accounting and finance support services with continued centralization of administrative functions. This is a newly created role to help support ongoing growth and key initiatives.
Why Parker?A 30-year strong manufacturing companyFocused on growth, efficiency and continuous improvement as a companyStriving to provide opportunity, stability & work-life balance for our employeesBenefits
401(k) with company matchAnnual profit sharingTuition assistancePaid holidays immediately after hire datePaid vacation and PTO daysMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany funded HSA contributionsCompany-paid short & long-term disability, AD&D, and life insuranceAnd more!
Position SummaryReporting to the Accounting Manager, the Junior Accountant will have primary responsibility for monthly close, bank and other account reconciliations, payroll for four plants/sites, accounts payable processing for the WI plant and special projects as assigned. The role will also serve as back-up support in the areas of accounts receivable, other location's accounts payable, and cash management.
This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to take on and develop a new position created due to ongoing growth.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities
Lead monthly close for one to two manufacturing plants, including the timely and accurate preparation of financial statementsProcess payroll for one to two manufacturing plants weekly using our third-party payroll provider (Paychex)Manage accounts payable for one to two plants by receiving vendor invoices, completing the three-way match and obtaining approval for payments from the relevant authorized purchaserEnter approved invoices in company's ERP system (IQMS) and process check runs for assigned locations on a weekly basisAssist with year-end close process, including annual review with external accountantsParticipate in general accounting operations, including but not limited to cash application, customer pricing updates, account reconciliations and other related tasksSupport Accounting Manager and team with other duties, as assigned
Education / Experience
Associates or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent required.0 - 4+ years of experience in accounting/financeERP system and general ledger management experience a plusExperience utilizing a payroll system (Paychex, ADP, etc.) a plusGood Excel skills with proficiency using pivot tables, look-up functionality and formatting of reportsBase knowledge of accounting procedures, principles and regulations (GAAP)Experience with manufacturing environment a plusStrong attention to detailConsistent performance to follow tasks and projects through to resolutionSelf-starter who seeks out opportunities to help rather than waits for roles to be assignedFlexible and willing to accept multiple projects and change directions quicklyComfortable in a small corporate office and team setting
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to be onsite in Pleasant Prairie, WI daily (not a remote position)Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objectsLimited travel required ( Exposure to typical office noises regularly and occasional exposure to loud noises in our production facility and warehouse
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https://www.facebook.com/parkerplastics/https://www.linkedin.com/company/parker-plastics-inc./
Parker Plastics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or any other factor that may be protected by law. This policy extends to all employees and includes all aspects of the employment relationship.
Why Parker?A 30-year strong manufacturing companyFocused on growth, efficiency and continuous improvement as a companyStriving to provide opportunity, stability & work-life balance for our employeesBenefits
401(k) with company matchAnnual profit sharingTuition assistancePaid holidays immediately after hire datePaid vacation and PTO daysMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany funded HSA contributionsCompany-paid short & long-term disability, AD&D, and life insuranceAnd more!
Position SummaryReporting to the Accounting Manager, the Junior Accountant will have primary responsibility for monthly close, bank and other account reconciliations, payroll for four plants/sites, accounts payable processing for the WI plant and special projects as assigned. The role will also serve as back-up support in the areas of accounts receivable, other location's accounts payable, and cash management.
This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to take on and develop a new position created due to ongoing growth.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities
Lead monthly close for one to two manufacturing plants, including the timely and accurate preparation of financial statementsProcess payroll for one to two manufacturing plants weekly using our third-party payroll provider (Paychex)Manage accounts payable for one to two plants by receiving vendor invoices, completing the three-way match and obtaining approval for payments from the relevant authorized purchaserEnter approved invoices in company's ERP system (IQMS) and process check runs for assigned locations on a weekly basisAssist with year-end close process, including annual review with external accountantsParticipate in general accounting operations, including but not limited to cash application, customer pricing updates, account reconciliations and other related tasksSupport Accounting Manager and team with other duties, as assigned
Education / Experience
Associates or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent required.0 - 4+ years of experience in accounting/financeERP system and general ledger management experience a plusExperience utilizing a payroll system (Paychex, ADP, etc.) a plusGood Excel skills with proficiency using pivot tables, look-up functionality and formatting of reportsBase knowledge of accounting procedures, principles and regulations (GAAP)Experience with manufacturing environment a plusStrong attention to detailConsistent performance to follow tasks and projects through to resolutionSelf-starter who seeks out opportunities to help rather than waits for roles to be assignedFlexible and willing to accept multiple projects and change directions quicklyComfortable in a small corporate office and team setting
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to be onsite in Pleasant Prairie, WI daily (not a remote position)Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objectsLimited travel required ( Exposure to typical office noises regularly and occasional exposure to loud noises in our production facility and warehouse
Follow us on Social Media
https://www.facebook.com/parkerplastics/https://www.linkedin.com/company/parker-plastics-inc./
Parker Plastics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or any other factor that may be protected by law. This policy extends to all employees and includes all aspects of the employment relationship.