Corporate Accountant

Owens Corning•Toledo, OH

About The Position

The Accountant I (Corporate Accounting Analyst) plays a key role in supporting the company’s corporate accounting function by ensuring accurate financial reporting, a timely and effective financial close process, and compliance with accounting and internal control requirements. This role serves as the accounting expert for payroll and plays a key role in identifying and implementing process improvements surrounding payroll. The role also acts as a business partner with various stakeholders, prepares and reviews journal entries, performs account reconciliations, analyzes financial results and variances, and helps maintain a strong control environment.

Requirements

2+ years of relevant experience.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
Strong financial, accounting, and business acumen.
Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and implement process improvements.
Knowledge of payroll accounting and efficient and sustainable payroll processes.
Strong communication skills – both interpersonal and written.
Ability to work and act independently.
Well organized and ability to adapt and prioritize competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience using SAP, BPC, Excel, and other reporting tools

Responsibilities

Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for Corporate accounting areas.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Maintain a strong understanding of the general ledger and financial reporting structure.
Perform financial analyses and investigate account variances.
Support and respond to ad hoc inquiries from business partners and stakeholders.
Key point of contact for payroll accounting, and establishing sustainable payroll processes.
Prepare and post payroll for Doors business on monthly basis.
Monitor payroll accounts to ensure timely clearing and maintenance of accounts.
Support and maintain a strong internal control environment.
Assist with SOX compliance and monitor key financial controls.
Identify, assess, and escalate significant risks or control issues as appropriate.
Ensure adherence to corporate policies and accounting standards.
Continuously improve accounting processes for greater efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy.
Identify root causes of issues and implement sustainable solutions.
Promote best practices and leverage AI tools to enhance processes.
Demonstrate independent thinking and initiative in solving complex accounting challenges.
Partner with HR, Payroll IT, Business Accounting, and other corporate functions.
Coordinate with third-party payroll vendors such as Strada and Kronos to gather and validate data.
Collaborate with external auditors and internal control teams.
Support and promote the company's safety culture and policies.
Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams.
Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and high-quality execution.
Contribute to organizational success through leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.