Accounting Associate

About the Role

This is an entry-level professional role supporting accounting activities at Ingevity's North Charleston, SC manufacturing plant. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple accounting disciplines while partnering with plant operations and other functional teams. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a strong accounting foundation in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support compliance with financial transaction recording standards through accurate processing and maintenance of accounting records within SAP and other financial systems.
• Assist with account reconciliations and analysis related to inventory, production orders, fixed assets, and other balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
• Contribute to monthly close activities, including preparing schedules, investigating variances, and supporting accurate financial reporting.
• Partner with operations teams to review and resolve production discrepancies and ensure the integrity of manufacturing and inventory data.
• Support fixed asset accounting activities, including asset setup, capitalization, tracking, and periodic review.
• Serve as a key contact for accounts payable processes, helping resolve issues and support efficient invoice processing through Coupa and SAP.
• Assist with cost accounting and variance analysis activities.
• Prepare accounting reports and schedules for internal management reporting and compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of solutions that enhance accuracy, controls, and efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• SAP
• Coupa
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• ERP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Limited to no professional accounting experience required; relevant internships, co-ops, or academic projects are beneficial.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to gather facts, perform basic analysis, and resolve routine accounting issues using established procedures and guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
• Ability to interpret and communicate accounting information to colleagues and business partners.