Accounting Clerk – Manufacturing Operations – Fort Dodge, Indiana
Silgan Containers is seeking an Accounting Clerk for our manufacturing accounting, production reporting, and inventory processes at our Fort Dodge, Iowa, facility. This manufacturing accounting role is accountable for production reporting, inventory management, billing, accounts receivable, and clerical accounting tasks in a fast‑paced, union manufacturing environment.
The Accounting Clerk reports to the Plant Controller and works closely with the production, shipping, receiving, and plant accounting teams to ensure accurate production data, inventory records, and financial transactions that back manufacturing operations.
Why Silgan:
At Silgan, we invest in our employees with stability, training, and long‑term career growth. Here’s what you can expect:
Excellent pay with annual merit increases.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Additional benefits such as pet insurance, wellness programs, and online workout options.
401k retirement plan with dollar‑for‑dollar company match.
Paid vacation, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
Long-term stability with opportunities for advancement.
A culture that values safety, innovation, and promoting from within.
Manufacturing Environment
Structured production reporting and inventory control processes
Small accounting department supporting multiple manufacturing functions
Frequent interaction with production, shipping, receiving, and plant leadership (on and off the plant floor)
Strong focus on accuracy, documentation, and compliance in manufacturing accounting
What You’ll Do as an Accounting Clerk
Input production and material usage data into the ERP system using Manufacturing Order (MO) paperwork
Audit MO paperwork for accuracy and reasonableness, explain variances from key production metrics, and reinforce training on correct documentation procedures
Process daily customer billing and customer invoices
Enter, audit, and manage inventory adjustments resulting from cycle counts
Perform clerical accounting duties requiring knowledge of accounting office practices and accounting classifications
Interact with multiple departments to gather accounting data and assist with issue resolution
Back up accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing activities, special projects, and other accounting duties in a small manufacturing accounting department
Perform daily administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, copying, maintaining records, and processing documentation
Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned
What You Bring
Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
Minimum of one year of accounting experience or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail with effective time‑management skills
Ability to operate 10‑key calculators and standard office equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills
Experience using integrated ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self‑motivated work style with the ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to help with workload and production deadlines
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. Our manufacturing operations emphasize safety, quality, compliance, and accurate financial and production reporting in structured plant environments.
Take the Next Step
Apply today to join Silgan Containers as an Accounting Clerk in Fort Dodge, Iowa, for manufacturing accounting, production reporting, inventory control, billing, ERP data entry, and plant accounting operations in a structured manufacturing facility.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.