Silgan Containers is seeking a Plant Accountant to provide plant‑level manufacturing accounting and finance expertise at our Edison, NJ, 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 NJ-based position ranges from $85,000 to $102,000 per year and is based on experience, education, and skills.
Why Join Silgan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Virtual healthcare through telemedicine
Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance
401K with a 6 percent employer match
15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually
Tuition assistance and professional development programs
Full‑time, on‑site role located in Edison, NJ
Plant Culture and Work Environment
Structured manufacturing operation with a predictable daily and monthly rhythm
Collaborative, close‑knit workforce with strong engagement across departments
Regular interaction with plant management and corporate finance partners
Emphasis on teamwork, accountability, and clear communication
Active participation in production meetings and routine plant walkthroughs
Environment that values accuracy, organization, and follow‑through
What You’ll Do as a Plant Accountant
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
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
Support HR functions as needed
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
A minimum of 3 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
Work Schedule and Expectations
Standard plant schedule: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Flexibility required during the month-end closing
Minimal travel up to 10% annually for accounting or leadership meetings
Regular on‑site interaction with plant operations and corporate partners
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 Edison, NJ, and contribute to manufacturing accounting operations in a high‑engagement plant environment.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 3 years manufacturing accounting or manufacturing finance experience
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costs, and bills of materials
- Experience with inventory controls, quarterly physical inventories, and variance resolution
- Working knowledge of GAAP principles
- Experience with SOX-aligned or internal control environments and audit readiness
- Month-end close and plant financial statement preparation experience
- Budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan preparation experience
- Detail-oriented, organized, and process-focused work style
- Ability to manage plant accounting duties with minimal supervision and meet deadlines collaboratively
- Full-time, on-site work at Edison, NJ plant
What We Do
Silgan Containers is a leading global manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions, specializing in metal food packaging cans and ends. As the largest provider of metal food packaging in the United States, the company serves a wide array of respected brands across the food, beverage, healthcare, and personal care industries.
