AGC | Plant Accountant, Elizabethtown, KY

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Get to Know Us:

AGC Automotive Americas (AANA) is a leading supplier of automotive glazing for the OEM and aftermarket industries and is part of the AGC Group, the largest global glass supplier employing more than 50,000 worldwide in approximately 30 countries.

Culture:

Expectations are high and team successes are celebrated. We believe in the power of skilled, engaged, and united teamwork backed by open, honest communication. Integrity matters most and is essential for building trust with teammates and with customers.

Summary of Position:

Ensures the accuracy and integrity of cost accounting and financial reporting as well as provides management with information and analyses for use in making decisions critical to the success of the business.  Reports directly to the Plant Controller and will work closely with plant management.  This position reports on-site, 5 working days per week.

Responsibilities include month-end closing, cost accounting, financial reporting, variance analysis, cost savings analyses, internal controls compliance, budget analysis and development, capital expenditures, and forecasting.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the plant’s standard cost accounting system
  • Supports the Plant Management Team to assure achievement of the plant objectives, including analyzing data to initiate improvements and cost savings
  • Manages systems (cost accounting, inventory, and assets) for current, accurate and complete accounting and reporting of costs, overhead, inventory, controls and policies, and physical inventory counts
  • Assists in forecasting processing including analyzing cost trends and patterns
  • Assists in the creation and achievement of the approved budget of the plant
  • Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Interprets and reports events and practices having an impact on product cost operations
  • Analyzes and interprets daily cost data to identify problem areas and provides explanations to management of significant variances
  • Directs variance meetings to build rapport with production personnel and aid their comprehension of cost data
  • Possesses responsibility for the accuracy of finished goods and raw materials inventories
  • Provides support to supply chain for annual physical inventories
  • Work with Payroll Dept in the review and posting of weekly payroll
  • Investigates significant physical inventory variances in order to determine casual factors and formulates and recommends specific courses of action to resolve problem areas
  • Coordinates and participates in the preparation of period-end cost closing data to ensure an accurate and timely close
  • Demonstrates AGC Way in all aspects of responsibilities
  • Other duties or projects as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, required
  • Minimum 4 to 6 years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Advanced computer skills including use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to be a strong contributor in cross-functional teams
  • Ability to develop and present solid solutions to team members and management

What can AGC Offer You?

We offer a competitive compensation package including base salary, structured bonus plan, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, 401k with Company match, free uniforms, safety boot reimbursement program, prescription safety glasses (frames and lenses) and opportunities for career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer – To be considered, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without sponsorship.