Accounting Assistant - Richmond

Position: Accounting Assistant - Richmond, IN
Job Description

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Silgan Closures is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our manufacturing facility in Richmond, Indiana. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you have accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for organization and accuracy, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer:

Excellent salary.

A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and more.

Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement.

401k retirement savings plan with company match.

Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training and development.

Additional benefits such as pet insurance,  protection, and more.

A strong, stable manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized.

What You'll Do:

Accounts Payable Processing:
Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports using three-way match and direct entry methods.

Expense Report Review:
Ensure appropriate documentation, receipts, and approvals are in place prior to payment.

Journal Entries and Month-End Support:
Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities and reporting.

Invoice and Records Management:
File vendor invoices, expense reports, billing invoices, and journal entries; maintain accounts payable files and records retention per company policy.

Payment Processing:
Assist with check processing, delivery, and mailing as needed.

Systems and Data Entry:
Enter accounting data accurately, learn integrated accounting systems, and support the transition of multiple business units onto unified systems.

Process Support:
Follow approval workflows, authorization requirements, and internal procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What You'll Need to Have:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 3 years of related accounting or accounts payable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Experience with integrated accounting or ERP systems.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

Understanding of invoice approvals, authorization requirements, and accruals.

Who We Are:

Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North & South America, Europe, and Asia.

Supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging for food, beverage, healthcare, garden, home, and personal care industries.

A stable, reliable, and environmentally responsible company focused on innovation and continuous improvement.