Accountant - Manufacturing

Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Accountant supports the manufacturing finance team with core accounting responsibilities while developing hands-on experience in cost accounting and inventory management. Reporting to the Director of Cost Accounting, this role assists with month-end close, inventory accounting, and production cost tracking while gaining exposure to standard costing and manufacturing cost flows.

This position is designed for an early-career accounting professional seeking to build a strong foundation in manufacturing finance, ERP systems, and plant-level cost drivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support inventory accounting processes, including work-in-process (WIP) tracking, inventory reconciliations, and valuation support.
• Collect, validate, and analyze production, labor, and material cost data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Record and support accounting for material destruction requisitions (MDRs), capital expenditures (CAPEX), and related inventory adjustments.
• Assist in maintaining bills of material (BOMs), routings, and cost data within the ERP system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Support standard costing processes and perform basic variance analysis under the guidance of senior cost accounting leadership.
• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory audits; assist with reconciliation and documentation.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports using Excel and ERP data to support manufacturing finance activities.
• Collaborate with operations and the cost accounting team to develop an understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers.
• Maintain adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Accurate and timely completion of assigned close tasks
• Quality and timeliness of account reconciliations
• Accuracy of inventory and cost data support
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing cost flows and standard costing concepts
• Adherence to internal controls and accounting policies

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding of financial accounting principles, including debits and credits and general ledger processes. Basic knowledge of GAAP preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 0-2 years of accounting experience; internship or manufacturing exposure preferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and willingness to learn
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred
• Demonstrated interest in cost accounting and manufacturing finance

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Corporate
• Warehouse (occasionally)

SALARY RANGE

• $65,000 - $80,000 annually, plus bonus

PDI is pleased to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits program to our associates, which includes:

• Medical & prescription drug coverage
• Dental / Vision plan
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Health Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Many other voluntary benefit plans and perks such as: Legal assistance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident coverage, discounted home/auto/rental insurance, employee discounts and pet insurance, tuition assistance, referral bonus program, paid parental leave, a health club rebate program and more

At PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide: Sick leave, generous vacation and holiday time, paid parental leave, summer hours, flex place/flex time options