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Parker Plastics, Inc. Accountant in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
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 company
Focused on growth, efficiency and continuous improvement as a company
Striving to provide opportunity, stability & work-life balance for our employees
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Annual profit sharing
Tuition assistance
Paid holidays immediately after hire date
Paid vacation and PTO days
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company funded HSA contributions
Company-paid short & long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance
And more!
Position Summary
Reporting 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 statements
Process 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 purchaser
Enter approved invoices in company’s ERP system (IQMS) and process check runs for assigned locations on a weekly basis
Assist with year-end close process, including annual review with external accountants
Participate in general accounting operations, including but not limited to cash application, customer pricing updates, account reconciliations and other related tasks
Support 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/finance
ERP system and general ledger management experience a plus
Experience utilizing a payroll system (Paychex, ADP, etc.) a plus
Good Excel skills with proficiency using pivot tables, look-up functionality and formatting of reports
Base knowledge of accounting procedures, principles and regulations (GAAP)
Experience with manufacturing environment a plus
Strong attention to detail
Consistent performance to follow tasks and projects through to resolution
Self-starter who seeks out opportunities to help rather than waits for roles to be assigned
Flexible and willing to accept multiple projects and change directions quickly
Comfortable 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 objects
Limited travel required (<5%). Must be able to fly or drive for extended periods of time
Exposure to typical office noises regularly and occasional exposure to loud noises in our production facility and warehouse
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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.
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