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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What We Do
Parker Plastics, Inc. (“PPI”) is a custom blow molder of plastic bottles and containers. Since 1989, Parker Plastics has focused on developing customer-driven packaging solutions with the highest quality products and customer service levels. PPI utilizes extrusion blow molding and re-heat and blow processes to manufacture products made of PET, HDPE, LDPE and Polypropylene resins (all BPA free). PPI operates four 100,000+ sq. ft. facilities located in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Hagerstown, Maryland, and North Las Vegas, Nevada.
Are you looking for a career, not just a job? Come join us!
WE ARE HIRING FOR VARIOUS POSITIONS AT ALL FOUR OF OUR PLANTS!
Parker Plastics is looking for dedicated people for our manufacturing facilities located throughout the country in Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Maryland and Nevada. We are currently searching for Supervisors, Quality Assurance Technicians, Mechanics, Material Handlers and Bottle Inspectors. We offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package including 401K and profit sharing and a supportive culture that fosters growth and development. For more information and to apply, visit our website at https://www.parker-plastics.com/contact-us/careers
