Accounting Clerk

Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our Modesto, CA, plant to support accounts payable, inventory management, and month‑end closing functions. The compensation for this California‑based position is competitive and based on experience, education, and skills, typically ranging from $46,500 to $58,200 per year.

Benefits include a comprehensive package with health, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage; pet insurance; a Perks Program for exclusive buying power; wellness programs with customized online workouts and telemedicine; a 401(k) with a 6% employer match after 90 days of employment; generous paid time off (15 vacation days and 10 paid holidays); and tuition assistance for continued education and professional growth.

• Inventory & Production Management: Input and audit production data, inventory adjustments, and cycle counts in ERP; explain variances and train personnel on proper procedures.
• Accounting Support: Assist with monthly close tasks, prepare journal entries, generate reports, and complete reconciliations under US GAAP and SOX controls.
• Administrative & Transaction Processing: Handle customer invoicing, accounts payable, special projects, and routine clerical tasks such as filing, scanning, and document management.
• Cross‑Department
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Interact with various departments to gather accounting data, resolve issues, and ensure accuracy across processes.

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong time‑management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP software such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods as needed.

America’s largest metal food packaging producer, dedicated to sustainability and innovation. We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process improvements, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.

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 disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with reasonable accommodation. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.