Entry-Level Accountant - Knoxville Area - Manufacturing

The Role You’ll Play

Do you enjoy diving deep into data analysis and trends, looking for opportunities for improvement, and then collaborating to find sustainable solutions? If so, this Senior Cost Accountant position might be a great next step for you. You'll work directly with the Controller in this fast-paced manufacturing plant environment, to analyze the Bill of Materials, review all spending for the facility, help drive month-end closing processes, and identify process improvements. You will work cross-functionally with all levels of the organization to help the business grow. If you have an open, collaborative, and assertive personality, get excited about data analysis, and feel confident communicating to people from the floor to the executive team, keep reading!

Who You Are

• Confident in your Excel skills, able to move beyond pivot tables into advanced formulas and data analysis.
• Keenly aware of important details and constantly on the lookout for opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
• Open to collaboration and both giving and receiving feedback and new ideas.
• Well able to communicate to all levels of the organization in a way that gets buy-in and moves the needle forward toward company goals.
• Comfortable learning, analyzing, and speaking knowledgeably about the company's current financial position, goals, and trends.

Company Profile:
This high-volume, fast-paced specialty tire manufacturer is an industry leader in its market segments. They have a flat leadership structure so they are able to move the needle toward positive change very quickly. There's enough structure to keep everyone safe, but they've created a culture of innovation where you can test out your ideas, be entrepreneurial, and grow within the company. The mentor/coach leadership model along with a high value on cross-functional cooperation make this a very collaborative environment. If you are a self-motivated high-performer, who can proactively recognize areas of opportunity, present data-backed solutions, and then help implement the solutions in a hands-on way, this is the company for you!

Community - Clinton, TN (Knoxville area)

Surrounded by seven lakes, with the Smoky Mountains National Park located only 45 minutes of town, Knoxville is nestled in nature and steeped in history. Boasting of more than 20 museums and 7 historic houses, the rich historic tapestry is on full display. Knox County's population is less than 200,000, with residents enjoying a cost of living that's lower than the national average, reflected in reasonable housing ($124,500 medium home value), utility and transportation costs. Home of the University of Tennessee, (go Volunteers!) Knoxville's population is fairly young, which is due in part to a large number of college students, as well as a high number of young families. With more than 55 parks, seven farmers’ markets and a full roster of music and sporting events, Knoxville offers all of the amenities of a big city, with all the affordability of a small town. Another perk is that the state of Tennessee has no income tax.

Fun Facts:

• Birthplace of the soft drink "Mountain Dew"
• Red Panda Capital of the World
• Home to cable TV's HGTV
• Famous country singer Kenny Chesney grew up in Knoxville
• MTV stuntman and actor Johnny Knoxville grew up in Knoxville
• Named in the Top 100 Places to Live in 2020!

Background Profile

• Must-Have Skills & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree required, finance major preferred
  • 1+ yrs of accounting experience
  • Strong analytical skills - Can do deep-dive analysis
  • Open, assertive, flexible personality
  • Very proficient in MS Excel and other MS Office products with solid conceptual skills (advanced formulas, beyond pivot tables)
  • Some accounting or finance education
• Preferred Skills & Experience:
  • Continued education (CMA, CPA, or MBA)
  • Proven experience implementing and driving continuous improvement in an organization
  • 2+ yrs experience in manufacturing