Operations Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Validate and process metal receipts while resolving pricing discrepancies, non-receipts, and purchase order variances
• Partner with vendors and plants to resolve Advance Shipping Notification (ASN) issues
• Support communication and issue resolution related to supplier payments and procurement discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze metal price variances and customer pass-through reporting
• Complete monthly journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial analysis
• Review and investigate freight invoices and related discrepancies
• Process mill and vendor claims and support monthly executive reporting
• Maintain and revise standard costs for steel coils and support ongoing cost accounting initiatives
• Reconcile utility invoices and distribute findings to plant leadership teams
• Support ad hoc analysis, process improvements, and cross-functional accounting projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing accounting, inventory accounting, operations accounting, or cost accounting environments
• Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE) or similar ERP systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reconciliation modeling
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with finance and operational teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Why This Role Stands Out

This opportunity offers exposure to manufacturing operations, supply chain activity, inventory analysis, cost accounting, and operational finance while partnering with teams across the organization. The role directly supports business decisions and operational performance in a highly visible manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, education, and market conditions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
• Telemedicine and virtual healthcare access
• Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance and chronic condition support
• 401(k) with a 6% dollar-for-dollar company match
• 15 vacation days plus 10 paid holidays annually
• Tuition assistance and career development opportunities
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where work directly impacts operations
• A stable, people-focused culture with long-term career potential