Senior Accountant

Cornerstone Building Brands • Cary, NC

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant is vital member of the Metal Solutions accounting team, collaborating closely with the Metal Solutions Accounting Manager, Director, and other cross-functional personnel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Reporting to the Metal Solution Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant will assist in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, supporting the monthly accounting close and related tasks, and providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the monthly accounting close and related tasks, including but not limited to preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger and performing other assigned duties. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will assist in enhancing the monthly close, consolidation, and internal reporting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role
• Proficiency in accounting software (Oracle R12)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Oversee daily general ledger activities
• Conduct financial analysis of key metrics and generate reports to support management decisions
• Prepare (and review) journal entries in accordance with US GAAP
• Provide ad-hoc support to Division and Segment leadership
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Coordinate and assist with internal / external audit requests
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff
• Assist with developing and carrying out process improvement initiatives
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
• PTO
• paid holidays
• FSA
• life insurance
• LTD
• STD
• 401k
• EAP
• discount programs
• tuition reimbursement
• training
• professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees