Plant Accountant

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

We are looking for a Plant Accountant to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial reporting, payroll, and HR administrative functions at the plant level. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial data, supporting employee administration, and maintaining compliance with company policies. If you are passionate about accounting, operations, and supporting a dynamic manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and report on general accounting activities, including payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger reconciliations
• Manage payroll processing, including overtime, benefits, and tax reporting using ADP and E-Time systems
• Record financial transactions and prepare accrual entries for payroll, freight, and capital expenditures
• Oversee purchase order processes and cash/check transactions
• Maintain personnel files and administer employee benefits, vacation, and attendance tracking
• Support onboarding and new employee processing
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and report unsafe conditions or incidents
• Participate in company training programs to enhance job skills
• Uphold ADS Core Values in all aspects of work

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or higher preferred
• 2–3 years of general business or office experience
• Prior experience in HR or administrative roles preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail with minimal data entry errors
• Effective proofreading and mathematical skills
• Ability to manage multi-line phone systems and perform 10-key calculations
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks such as typing and phone use

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Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.