Junior Accountant

The Junior Plant Accountant will gain hands‑on exposure to a broad range of accounting functions across multiple locations while supporting operations within a specialized heavy equipment manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a key resource for financial reporting, analysis, and plant accounting activities, offering strong opportunities for growth and development within the organization.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Shadow the current Plant Accountant to gain insight into all accounting processes and responsibilities
• Document procedures, workflows and key controls to ensure continuity
• Assist with plant accounting functions across multiple locations
• Support month‑end close activities, ensuring accurate month end accounting
• Support manufacturing and inventory accounting activities
• Participate in management of rental fleet
• Help maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Assist with reporting and analysis as needed
• Serve as a developing point of contact for plant accounting questions
• Assist with the transition from SAP to IFS ERP systems
• Support in the provision of financial evidence for internal or external audits as and when required
• Timely submission of balance sheet reconciliations – ensuring that the monthly account reconciliations are prepared and reviewed with action plans to resolve issues.
• Maintain strong internal controls to mitigate financial risks and prevent fraud
• Implement accounting policy and best practices in line with CRC Evans policies
• Support with ad‑hoc analysis as and when required

Job Specific Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field

Work Experience Required

• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles
• Familiarity with standard costing methodologies
• Experience with IFS and/or SAP is preferred

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Highly self‑motivated, dependable, and proactive in supporting operational and financial objectives
• Strong time management and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement
• Business‑minded approach with the ability to identify opportunities that add value to the organization
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of financial stewardship, compliance, and governance