.This job description serves as a guide to the performance of the work. The accountant supports the accounting department and provides relevant information to the Plant Manager and other management of the company. He is responsible for achieving the objectives set out in the Operating Plan with regard to Financials and Capital Effectiveness.Within the strategy of the company, safety and environment have top priority, which is guaranteed by quality, order, cleanliness, and training at every position in the organization.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis job description serves as a guide to the performance of the work. The accountant supports the accounting department and provides relevant information to the Plant Manager and other management of the company. He is responsible for achieving the objectives set out in the Operating Plan with regard to Financials and Capital Effectiveness.Within the strategy of the company, safety and environment have top priority, which is guaranteed by quality, order, cleanliness, and training at every position in the organization.SAFETYWith Sonoco Plastics BV, every employee is:Obligated to act according to safety procedures and instructions.Responsible for the safety of himself, his colleagues, and his work location.Obligated to report (nearly) accidents/unsafe situations immediately and responsible for taking care of the proper written settlement thereof.Responsible for the general order and cleanliness of his immediate environment and work location.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESFollows the quality procedures associated with the position of Accountant (see also quality document FB130).Responsible for preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.Preparation and support for financial audits.Support in the preparation of budget and reforecast.Responsible for processing incoming invoices.Responsible for processing bank statements.Responsible for preparation and processing of weekly payment runs.Responsible for management of all financial data.Close cross-functional collaboration on projects with colleagues at the plant.Contact person for internal stakeholders in all matters concerning financial management.Reconciliation of general ledger vs. sub-ledger.Prepares and presents the monthly/annual reports, including balance sheet and income statement consisting of:Balances on ledgerBalances in sub-administrationStockPayable/prepaid expensesReceivable/deferred incomeProvides financial periodic reports for the internal management and mother company.Provides external information, such as sales tax, corporate tax, and CBS data.Carries out work assigned by the Controller/Financial Analyst.SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BEHAVIOURAt least a HBO education (High Professional Education) in Accounting.A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.Able to work independently and in a supra-regional team context.Good communication and administrative skills