General Accountant (52670)

BRT EXTRUSIONS INC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

BRT Extrusions Inc. is seeking a dynamic General Accountant to join the finance team in Niles, OH.

You will support accurate financial reporting, lead key month-end close activities, and help strengthen internal controls while collaborating across accounting functions. Responsibilities include coordinating with external accountants for audits and tax filings, and assisting with the merger integration of can-art accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in business-related field, with focus in accounting required
• CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Experience supporting financial audits, tax filings, and internal controls
• Strong Excel and accounting system skills, with attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, able to manage priorities and collaborate across departments

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for timely financial statements and five-day close
• Coordinate with external accountants on audits and tax filings
• Support integration of accounting operations post-merger
• Cross-train with AP/AR to improve workflow and coverage

Skills

Accounting experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA / Public accounting

GL & month-end close

Audit & tax knowledge

Excel & accounting software

Communication & organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP system

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: NILES, OH 44446, Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

About BRT Extrusions Inc.

BRT Extrusions Inc. is a leading North American aluminum extruder serving high-growth markets, including data centers, automotive, and idustrial applications. Following its merger with Can Art, the combined organization is now the third-largest aluminum extruder in North America.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented General Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will support accurate financial reporting, lead key month-end close activities, and strengthen accounting processes and internal controls. This role will collaborate across accounting functions, work with external accountants, and support the integration of BRT and Can Art's accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities & Success Factors

• Financial reporting & Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial statements and timely five-day close.
• Audit, Tax, & Internal Controls: Coordinate with external accountants on annual audits and tax filings while maintaining effective internal controls and improving accounting procedures.
• Cross-Functional Accounting Support: Cross-train with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable tam members to improve workflow, strengthen team coverage, and ensure timely completion of accounting activities.
• Merger Integration & Process Improvement: Support the integrations and standardization of BRT and Can Art's accounting processes, systems, and reporting practices while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications: Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in business-related field, with focus in accounting required
• CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounting journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting required
• Experience supporting financial audits, tax filings, and internal controls
• Strong Microsoft Excel and accounting system skills, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, collaborate across departments, and improve accounting processes.