Senior Accountant

ABOUT ERMCO

ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

If you are an experienced accountant who enjoys understanding the why behind the numbers and wants your work to directly influence operations, this role was built for you.

ERMCO is looking for a Senior Accountant to take ownership of core accounting processes, while partnering closely with plant operations and finance leadership. This role offers a strong mix of technical accounting, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in a stable manufacturing environment where accuracy, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued.

You will have real visibility into how products are built, how costs move through the business, and how financial insights support better decision making, while continuing to grow your career in a supportive, team-oriented culture.

What You Will Do

• Own key components of the month-end close, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Analyze manufacturing cost and inventory variances and translate data into clear insights for leadership and operations partners
• Maintain and manage standard costing data, including leading annual cost roll activities and ongoing updates
• Oversee inventory accounting activities, including physical inventory counts, reconciliations, and variance investigation
• Maintain fixed asset records, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking
• Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and internal reporting through thoughtful analysis and collaboration
• Partner with procurement, operations, and plant teams to ensure costs are captured accurately and consistently
• Play a key role in internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and supporting compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and streamline accounting workflows
• Serve as a go-to resource for accounting questions and provide guidance to junior team members as needed

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory accounting
• Confidence working in Excel and ERP systems, with the ability to analyze and interpret data
• A detail-oriented mindset paired with the ability to see the bigger picture
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally with non-finance partners

Nice to Have

• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure
• Experience with Infor or similar manufacturing ERP systems
• Hands-on exposure to standard costing, inventory valuation, or fixed asset accounting
• Experience working closely with plant or operational teams

Why You Will Like Working Here

• You will have real ownership, not just task based work
• Your analysis will directly support plant operations and leadership decisions
• You will gain broad exposure across cost, inventory, and general accounting
• You will work in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, accountability, and growth
• You will have room to continue developing your technical skills and influence

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer 
• Occasional lifting of files or paperwork

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Annual bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan
• Paid time off and more

Additional Information

• This role is based at our Athens, GA location.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required.