Jobs · Accounting · Illinois

Staff Accountant

Pretium Packaging · Aurora, IL · 3 wk ago
AccountingFull-time

About the Role

Pretium Packaging is seeking a results-driven Staff Accountant to lead the financial operations for multiple manufacturing sites. This role serves as a strategic partner to plant leadership, providing financial insights, analysis, and guidance to drive performance, ensure cost efficiency, and support operational decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee all plant-level financial functions for multiple manufacturing locations, including accounting, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
  • Act as a financial advisor to plant management teams, offering recommendations to improve profitability and productivity.
  • Lead the development of annual budgets and monthly forecasts; track and explain variances to budget and prior periods.
  • Ensure accuracy of product costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing cost reporting.
  • Partner with operations to analyze and interpret financial results related to labor, materials, and overhead.
  • Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and GAAP standards.
  • Support capital investment projects with financial analysis and ROI modeling.
  • Assist in audits and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
  • 3+ years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing environment, with experience managing multiple sites strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial team members.
  • Proven track record of process improvement and cost control initiatives.

Skills

  • Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial and cost accounting principles in a manufacturing setting.
  • Business Partnership: Ability to build strong relationships with plant leaders and influence decisions.
  • Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
  • Accountability & Ownership: Takes full responsibility for financial integrity and reporting accuracy.
  • Communication: Clear and concise communication of financial information to all levels of the organization.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data analysis and reporting.

Schedule

Travel required up to 30%.

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