Plant Accounting Manager

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world‑class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join the Kaiser Aluminum team in Newark Ohio!

The Accounting Manager reports to the Plant Controller and is responsible for maintaining the accounting systems. Some of the position's main responsibilities are to lead daily accounting activities, forecasting and budgeting data inputs, and prepare the Cost of Sales entries. Additionally, the Accounting Manager analyzes monthly variances and completes period‑end financial reporting.

• Use GAAP and internal accounting standards to ensure the accurate completion of financial statements
• Audit and compliance lead for internal and external audits including financial, SOX, tax, and bank audits
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Provide analytical, forecasting, reporting, and project support for budget and forecast
• Analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
• Work with Engineering and Production on the development and analysis of cost standards
• Lead physical inventories
• Reconcile book to perpetual accounts
• Continuously improve the efficiency and accuracy of the department
• Business partnering with manufacturing departments
• Interact daily with other professionals, production technicians, and functional department leaders

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance
• CPA/CMA is a plus
• Prefer three (3) years of general ledger accounting experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent experience
• Strong technical accounting background
• Strong Excel (pivot table, VLOOKUP), Word, and database skills
• AS400, Crystal Report, Power BI skills helpful
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Accurate and timely completion of financial reporting
• Generation of cost data that can be effectively utilized to drive productivity and profitability improvements

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum:
Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.