Sr Accountant I

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 help ensure results are appropriately stated, execute controls, analyze data, and assist and/or lead projects to continue integrating the Insulation business, this may include deployment related work, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Minimum 5 – 7 years 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 project management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with a global company
Utilizing US GAAP and Accounting Policy
Developing and implementing process improvements
Strong business partner with ability to build relationships
SAP experience (or demonstrate ability to learn new systems)

Responsibilities

Live the safety stand and adhere to the safety responsibilities.
Demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting and ability to perform technical research
Leads the balance sheet review process developing an understanding of the relationship between various financial items and demonstrating a thorough understanding of events affecting the balance sheet
Review and understand financial statements
Review journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP and OC policy
Delivers insightful research analysis and commentary on key Americas accounting items
Resolve issues or concerns in a timely manner
Ensure all controls are appropriately executed and documented
Lead the monthly, quarterly and year end close cycle for the business
Provides timely and accurate financial statements for assigned business segments
Proactively assists with comprehensive review and analyses of data
Considered a valued partner
Consistently looks for opportunities to improve
Demonstrates clear thought process around decision-making criteria, always acting ethically and responsibly
Ensures integrity, quality, and confidentiality of financial and non-financial data
Reviews account reconciliations timely and in accordance with OC policy. Optimize distribution of these activities for maximum efficiency
Strive for process improvement (simplify, standardize, automate)
Lead and/or contribute to projects
Demonstrate an ability to review information and recognizes issues, problems, or opportunities and determines whether action is needed
Demonstrates an ability to think independently without prompting
Creates and implements 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
Continuously builds an intimate knowledge of the businesses to provide insightful analysis of operating performance and financial statements
Develops strong working relationships with various stakeholders in Operations Accounting, Business Segments, Sourcing, FP&A, centers of excellence and Americas function leaders
Works closely with all constituents and peers in implementing best practices and delivering the best solution to the business
Partner with stakeholders to find the best solution
Demonstrate active listening, respect for different opinions, and an open mind to problem solving
Communicate timely and effectively across stakeholders