Electro-Mechanical is hiring: Plant Accountant in Houston

Position Summary:

Electro-Mechanical LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Plant Accountant to oversee the financial operations of our Houston plant. This is an on-site position (not remote) with occasional travel required. The Plant Accountant partners with plant leadership to manage budgets, forecasts, cost accounting, and financial reporting, while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include monitoring plant financial performance, analyzing variances, supporting audits, evaluating capital investments, and providing actionable insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Accounting (CPA or MBA preferred), strong cost accounting experience in manufacturing, and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibility is to oversee the financial operations of the Houston plant, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting. You will prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial statements, while analyzing variances to provide actionable recommendations that improve profitability and operational performance.

You will maintain and improve cost accounting systems, track labor, material, and overhead costs, and ensure proper reporting of inventory, scrap, and work-in-progress. The role requires close collaboration with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to support business planning, evaluate capital investments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

You will also ensure compliance with corporate accounting standards and regulatory requirements, support internal and external audits, and develop processes to enhance financial controls and operational efficiency. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential to successfully partner with all levels of plant operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare and monitor the annual financial plan and monthly forecasts for the plant, with a focus on material, labor, and overhead costs, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with corporate procedures.
• Provide financial analysis and supporting documentation for the Plant Manager and other operational leaders.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate accounting policies and government reporting requirements; promptly report any deviations.
• Develop and conduct periodic audits of financial data and support external auditors during year-end reviews.
• Prepare concise, meaningful financial reports that provide management with actionable insights.
• Compare actual costs to estimates and quotes, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate capital requirements and conduct financial analyses to support investment decisions.
• Accurately report gross profit, labor, material usage, scrap, and returns at the work order level.
• Participate in cost savings initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance plant efficiency and profitability.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy, and report findings to Finance leadership.
• Identify and report material changes in business conditions, asset impairments, or potential liabilities.
• Actively contribute to the sales forecasting process, considering plant capacity and constraints to maximize earnings.
• Conduct business analyses to recommend sourcing alternatives, including make/buy decisions.
• Participate in annual physical inventory audits, monitor cycle counts, and identify root causes of variances with corrective actions.
• Review and manage excess and obsolete inventory reserves; analyze inventory activity to reduce waste.
• Monitor material usage and scrap data, recommending process improvements to minimize losses.
• Develop and maintain accurate work center labor and overhead rates for the plant.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a medium to large manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in analyzing variances and providing actionable recommendations.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to partner effectively with both finance and operations teams.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or CPA strongly desired but not required
• Experience with job costing systems and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated success in supporting audits and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Proven ability to lead or participate in continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive change.

About the Company:

Coordinated Designs & Controls, an affiliate of Electro-Mechanical LLC

Guiding Principles:

All team members are expected to uphold EMC’s core principles and contribute positively to the company culture.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed