Plant Accountant - Manufacturing
Silgan Containers, Hoopeston, IL, United States
Overview
Silgan Containers is seeking a Plant Accountant to provide plant‑level manufacturing accounting and finance expertise at our Hoopeston, Illinois, manufacturing facility. This role focuses on cost accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and SOX internal controls within a structured manufacturing environment.
The Plant Accountant reports to the Plant Manager and partners closely with plant operations and corporate finance to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and effective financials for manufacturing operations. Compensation for this IL-based position ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 per year and is based on experience, education, and skills.
Responsibilities
Assist with inventory accuracy, including quarterly physical inventories, audit cadence, and variance resolution
Manage monthly closing, plant financial statements, and standardized financial reporting in accordance with corporate timelines
Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan submissions
Maintain standard costs, cost accounting processes, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Manage compliance with SOX internal controls and maintain audit readiness
Participate in production meetings and conduct regular plant walkthroughs
Partner with plant management on manufacturing finance and cost management
Provide day‑to‑day oversight of the plant accounting clerk and plant planner
Collaborate with corporate finance on reporting accuracy and control compliance
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
3–5 years of manufacturing accounting or manufacturing finance experience
Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory controls, and month‑end close
Working knowledge of GAAP principles
Experience with SOX‑aligned or internal control environments
Detail‑oriented, organized, and process‑focused work style
Comfortable managing plant accounting duties with minimal supervision
Strong ability to meet deadlines while working collaboratively
Prior people management experience preferred
JD Edwards or ERP system experience preferred
Work Schedule and Expectations
Standard plant schedule: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (30‑minute lunch) or 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (1‑hour lunch)
Flexibility required during the month-end closing, typically through 5:00 pm
Minimal travel up to 10% annually for accounting or leadership meetings
Regular on‑site interaction with plant operations and corporate partners
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Virtual healthcare through telemedicine
Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance
401(k) with 6% employer match
15 paid vacation days and 11 paid holidays annually
Tuition assistance and professional development programs
Full‑time, on‑site role located in Hoopeston, Illinois
Compensation will be discussed transparently early in the interview process to ensure alignment
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. We operate in a structured manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Take the Next Step
Apply today to join Silgan Containers as a Plant Accountant in Hoopeston, Illinois, and contribute to manufacturing accounting operations in a high‑engagement plant environment.
Legal Notices
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All job requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without, reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.
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Silgan Containers is seeking a Plant Accountant to provide plant‑level manufacturing accounting and finance expertise at our Hoopeston, Illinois, manufacturing facility. This role focuses on cost accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and SOX internal controls within a structured manufacturing environment.
The Plant Accountant reports to the Plant Manager and partners closely with plant operations and corporate finance to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and effective financials for manufacturing operations. Compensation for this IL-based position ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 per year and is based on experience, education, and skills.
Responsibilities
Assist with inventory accuracy, including quarterly physical inventories, audit cadence, and variance resolution
Manage monthly closing, plant financial statements, and standardized financial reporting in accordance with corporate timelines
Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan submissions
Maintain standard costs, cost accounting processes, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Manage compliance with SOX internal controls and maintain audit readiness
Participate in production meetings and conduct regular plant walkthroughs
Partner with plant management on manufacturing finance and cost management
Provide day‑to‑day oversight of the plant accounting clerk and plant planner
Collaborate with corporate finance on reporting accuracy and control compliance
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
3–5 years of manufacturing accounting or manufacturing finance experience
Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory controls, and month‑end close
Working knowledge of GAAP principles
Experience with SOX‑aligned or internal control environments
Detail‑oriented, organized, and process‑focused work style
Comfortable managing plant accounting duties with minimal supervision
Strong ability to meet deadlines while working collaboratively
Prior people management experience preferred
JD Edwards or ERP system experience preferred
Work Schedule and Expectations
Standard plant schedule: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (30‑minute lunch) or 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (1‑hour lunch)
Flexibility required during the month-end closing, typically through 5:00 pm
Minimal travel up to 10% annually for accounting or leadership meetings
Regular on‑site interaction with plant operations and corporate partners
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Virtual healthcare through telemedicine
Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance
401(k) with 6% employer match
15 paid vacation days and 11 paid holidays annually
Tuition assistance and professional development programs
Full‑time, on‑site role located in Hoopeston, Illinois
Compensation will be discussed transparently early in the interview process to ensure alignment
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. We operate in a structured manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Take the Next Step
Apply today to join Silgan Containers as a Plant Accountant in Hoopeston, Illinois, and contribute to manufacturing accounting operations in a high‑engagement plant environment.
Legal Notices
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All job requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without, reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.
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