Senior Cost Accountant

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. (“Cornerstone”), is a holding company that owns subsidiaries engaged in the external building products industries (collectively, with its subsidiaries, “we” or the “Company”). Cornerstone is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, the Company is largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive national footprint that includes almost 22,000 employees, operating in +90 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows; vinyl siding; metal accessories; metal roofing and wall systems; and insulated metal panels. Our window brands include: Ply Gem®, Simonton®, Atrium®, American Craftsman®, Silver Line®, Cascade Windows®, Prime Windows®, Great Lakes Window®, and North Star®. Our siding brands include: Ply Gem®, Mastic®, Mitten®, and Variform®. Our commercial brands include, among others: Metallic Building Systems®, Ceco Building Systems®, Star Building Systems®, Heritage Building Systems®, Robertson Building Systems®, MBCI®, American Building Components®, Union Corrugating®, and Metal Depots®.

Job Description

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for providing high-level accounting support to our US Apertures manufacturing plants. This role will play a key role in the finance department, providing expertise and leadership in various accounting and financial functions. With a strong background in accounting principles and experience in the manufacturing industry, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate inventory accounting, financial reporting, analyzing financial data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business decisions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets.
• Update standard costs in the system and monitor variances.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Perform complex reconciliations for accounts such as inventory, intercompany transactions, and revenue recognition.
• Assist in developing and managing the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management to support strategic decision-making.
• Review and analyze variances between actual financial results and budgeted targets, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the preparation of financial data for audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance department.
• Participate in cost analysis and provide recommendations for cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with the cost accounting team to analyze product costs and recommend cost-saving strategies.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and industry trends and implement best practices accordingly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 plus years of progressive accounting experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and lead a project team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus but not mandatory.
• All Microsoft Office products proficiency desired.

Additional Information

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000-$100,000 + bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we  live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here . If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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