Senior Accountant

Owens Corning•Toledo, OH

About The Position

The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Leader and business partners to support the effective execution of a broad range of accounting activities and goals. The role will execute an effective financial close cycle, research technical accounting topics, analyze data, execute controls, and assist and/or lead projects to continue integrating the Doors business, this may include deployment related work, policy implementation, process improvements, and technical accounting. The Senior Accountant must demonstrate clear and effective communication, teamwork, and ability to adapt. The Senior Accountant must also demonstrate high ethical standards and a drive for quality work product. Reports to: Accounting Leader for Doors Span of control: People Leader Expected Travel: Less than 10 percent

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA or Masters in Accounting preferred)
5-7 years minimum of related experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to act and operate independently
Organized, deliberate, and reliable in structuring work
Easily adapt to change
Strong leadership capabilities
Strong business partner with ability to build relationships

Nice To Haves

Experience with a global company
Experience utilizing US GAAP and Accounting Policy
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing process improvements
SAP experience (or demonstrated ability to learn new systems)

Responsibilities

Lead and Develop Talent
Create and foster a safe environment that empowers the team and promotes development.
Set clear expectations and maintain accountability.
Set meaningful goals for the team.
Lead and Support Accounting Operational Activities
Lead the monthly, quarterly and year end close processes. Delivering timely and accurate financial statements for the business segment.
Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and ability to perform technical research.
Review and understand financial statements, identifying and partnering with the Doors Accounting Leader to rectify inconsistencies when uncovered.
Review journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP and OC policy.
Prepare the business Balance Sheet Reviews.
Ensure all controls are appropriately executed and documented.
Drive Process Improvements that Simplify, Standardize & Automate the Way We Do Work
Lead and/or support department or functional projects as assigned.
Identify, and develop sound, consistent, and sustainable processes improvement opportunities.
Creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes.
Interprets information through integrating data from a variety of sources, detects trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships.
Assists in decision making by providing good information, allowing to make the most appropriate decisions, and ensuring buy-in.
Review information and recognizes issues, problems, or opportunities and determines whether action is needed.
Continuously builds an intimate knowledge of our businesses to provide insightful analysis of operating performance and financial statements.
Business Partnership
Build strong cross functional relationships and partnership for success.
Partner closely with stakeholders and peers to implement best practices and deliver the best solution for the Business.
Demonstrate active listening, respect for different opinions, and an open mind to problem solving.
Communicate timely and effectively across stakeholders.