Junior Accountant Job Shelbyville area,Kentucky USA,Accounting

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants). The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging.

The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

As Junior Plant Accountant, you will play a vital role in supporting the financial health and operational efficiency of the manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for tracking production costs, managing inventory accounting, and ensuring accurate financial reporting at the plant level. You will have a strong background in cost accounting, a good understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and cost control.

As

a Junior Accountant At IPL You Will

Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead
Monitor and reconcile inventory transactions, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Prepare monthly plant financial statements and variance analysis reports
Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes for the plant
Track capital expenditures and manage fixed asset accounting
Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements
Assist with physical inventory counts and cycle counts
Analyse production efficiency, scrap, and yield variances
Provide financial insights to support plant decision-making and performance improvement

What You Will Bring To

The Role

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
3–5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics or packaging
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory management
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with environmental and safety cost tracking is a plus

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