Senior Accountant - Processing/Manufacturing

Scoular is looking for an experienced finance professional to take on the role of Senior Accountant for both our Warrenton fishmeal rendering facility in Warrenton Oregon, and our Barley Protein facility located in Jerome, Idaho. The Senior Accountant is a key leader on the plant leadership teams. You will be tasked with providing analysis to guide decision-making and taking a leadership role in establishing strong financial performance and measurement. You will also provide leadership to the local plant facility team to ensure the financial accounting and reporting needs of the plant are met to help the plant management team to meet their budgeted financial goals. You will oversee the processing/manufacturing transaction system ensuring that controls are followed, and production is accurately reflected.  You will also ensure all plant accounting/reporting is done and following US GAAP Accounting Standards and accounting policies/ procedures.Job Responsibilities Processing/Manufacturing Plant AccountingBusiness Control – Ensure that each area of the process is consistently performing by monitoring validation points, controls and workflowDrive consistency and standardization of value-add business performance analysis and financial reporting for monthly, quarterly and year end closingReport the key metrics for cost, productivity, efficiency and financial resultsSupport the presentation of the strategic plan for the business to the leadership teamPrepare and analyze monthly financial statements, highlighting the key drivers of the financial results and utilizing KPIs and benchmark dashboards customized to the business or functionServe as a trusted business partner and advisor demonstrating a deep understanding of strategic business priorities and growth driversSupport initiatives and projects throughout the organization with a focus on driving actions that improve the divisions performanceServe as the Super User and Subject Matter Expert for all systems, internal controls and financial reporting related to the processing/manufacturing businesses.Help to establish best practices for Scoular’s growing manufacturing infrastructure within the transaction system, Microsoft D365.Make visits to each of the plants as necessaryBe a key strategic business partner by adding value and anticipating needsFinancial AccountingEstablish a solid internal control environment to ensure that all plant assets and inventories are safeguarded.Apply US GAAP and best practice Cost Accounting principles to ensure that financial statements are accurately reflected.Perform audits and reviews of operations as necessaryEnsure that SOP’s are written and continuously updated to ensure processes are efficient and being adhered to.Maintain accurate Inventory recordsEnsure Accounts receivable are monitored and treated according to US GAAPPerform Monthly and year end closes accurately and timely providing insight to results. Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts of various complexity on a monthly basisIdentify and implement process improvements RequirementsMinimumBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Business Administration2 years processing or manufacturing experience3 years accounting experience Strong financial modeling skills, especially financial statement and cash flow informationAbility to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment, proven problem solving, leadership and interpersonal skills and be a proven team player, who is highly organized and achievement orientedAbility to partner with internal customers effectivelyProven skill in converting detailed financial analysis into digestible presentationsEffective communication across the organizations as well as upwardsDemonstrated experience in collaboration with multiple teamsMeticulous organization skills, strong customer focus, and flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing business needsPreferredMicrosoft D365 Manufacturing experience We encourage all candidates who are enthusiastic about this opportunity and believe they can contribute to our team's success to apply, regardless of whether you meet every qualification.