POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Plant Accountant plays a crucial role in establishing the standard costs for all products manufactured at designated facilities. This position involves continuous monitoring and analysis of these costs against actual performance throughout the fiscal year. The individual will collaborate with corporate finance to prepare comprehensive budgets and forecasts, while also identifying the reasons behind significant variances from previous projections. Additionally, this role may involve guiding clerical staff and team members on inventory management, payroll, and supply transactions with a focus on their financial implications.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

This role reports directly to the Plant Manager. Certain positions may oversee an Inventory Specialist, clerical personnel, and/or production staff. The Plant Accountant will work closely with corporate accounting, finance teams, and plant personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Fundamentals and methodologies of financial and manufacturing accounting.
• In-depth understanding of inventory accounting principles.
• Concepts and practices related to financial forecasting and budgeting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP standards.
• Relevant Federal, State, and local regulations and codes.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Analyze and compare actual performance against budgeted figures.
• Facilitate cooperation through effective communication and persuasion.
• Identify, investigate, and analyze issues, proposing alternative solutions and assessing potential outcomes.
• Collect, evaluate, and interpret relevant data.
• Organize, plan, and execute tasks efficiently.
• Utilize computer systems and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Exhibit behaviors aligned with Tree Top's performance management and development framework.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, cost accounting, or operational financial management.
• Familiarity with ERP database systems is advantageous.

Details regarding benefits for this position can be found on our website.

This job profile does not encompass all essential and nonessential duties associated with this role. A complete job description will be provided during the interview process.

Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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