Plant Accountant Job Overview
Silgan is hiring a Plant Accountant to manage manufacturing accounting and plant-level financial operations at our Antioch, CA, production facility. This role aligns with Staff Accountant and Senior Accountant positions in manufacturing environments and focuses on cost accounting, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and operational financial analysis. Compensation for this position ranges from $85,000 to $110,000 per year, with an annual bonus, and is based on experience, education, and skills.
Why Join Silgan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Virtual healthcare through telemedicine
Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance
401(k) with 6% employer match
15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually
Tuition assistance and professional development programs
Full‑time, on‑site role located in Antioch, CA
Compensation will be discussed transparently early in the interview process to ensure alignment
Plant Culture and Work Environment
This Plant Accountant (Manufacturing Accountant) role is part of a 55-employee manufacturing plant with a single cost center and a defined production process.
The structure provides:
Clear financial responsibilities
Direct connection between production activity and financial results
Streamlined cost accounting processes compared to complex or multi-site operations
Structured manufacturing operation with a predictable daily and monthly rhythm
Close‑knit workforce with strong engagement across departments
Regular interaction with plant management and corporate finance partners
Emphasis on teamwork, accountability, and clear communication
Active participation in production meetings and routine plant walkthroughs
Environment that values accuracy, organization, and follow‑through
What You'll Do as a Plant Accountant
Assist with inventory accuracy, including quarterly physical inventories, audit cadence, and variance resolution
Help with monthly closing, plant financial statements, and standardized financial reporting in accordance with corporate timelines
Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan submissions
Maintain standard costs, cost accounting processes, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Manage compliance with SOX internal controls and maintain audit readiness
Participate in production meetings and conduct regular plant walkthroughs
Partner with plant management on manufacturing finance and cost management
Provide day‑to‑day oversight of the plant accounting clerk and plant planner
Cooperate with corporate finance on reporting accuracy and control compliance
Support with HR functions as needed
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
A minimum of 2 years of accounting or finance experience
Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory controls, and month‑end close
Working knowledge of GAAP principles
Experience with SOX‑aligned or internal control environments
Detail‑oriented, organized, and process‑focused work style
Comfortable managing plant accounting duties with minimal supervision
Strong ability to meet deadlines while working as a team
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. We operate in a structured manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Take the Next Step
Apply today to join Silgan Containers as a Plant Accountant in Antioch, CA, and contribute to manufacturing accounting operations in a high‑engagement plant environment.
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.