Mill Accountant

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

401(k)

Life & AD&D insurance

Health advocacy

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. seeks a Senior Mill Accountant to lead the plant accounting function and development of the accounting team in Monroe, MI.

You will drive accurate financial reporting, manage monthly close, inventory accounting, and internal controls while partnering with the Mill Controller and plant leadership. You will oversee staff, optimize processes, coordinate capital project accounting, and contribute to cost analysis and budgeting efforts to support plant operations and corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Experience managing accounting functions and staff.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff.
• Establish and maintain procedures for account reconciliations and analysis.
• Review general ledger activity for internal controls compliance.
• Review account reconciliations prepared by staff.
• Oversee inventory accounting and inventory control processes.
• Manage the plant accounts payable function.
• Monitor production rates, yields, cost per ton, material usage, and labor hours.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for staff.
• Serve as a resource for financial systems training and process improvement.
• Lead monthly close and coordinate general ledger entries.
• Maintain fixed asset records and CIP activity; coordinate with tax teams.
• Analyze capital spending and budget variances with engineers/operations.

Skills

Plant accounting experience

Staff supervision

Financial analysis

Internal controls

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose

Position Summary

The Senior Mill Accountant is responsible for managing the plant accounting function and leading the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with company policies and procedures. This role oversees monthly close activities, inventory accounting, financial analysis, internal controls, and staff development while partnering closely with the Mill Controller and plant leadership team.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Mill Controller
• Directly supervises four Accounting Clerks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Five to ten years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in a plant setting
• Experience managing accounting functions and staff
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff
• Establish and maintain procedures for account reconciliations and account analysis
• Review general ledger activity to ensure compliance with internal controls
• Review account reconciliations prepared by accounting staff
• Oversee inventory accounting and inventory control processes
• Manage the plant accounts payable function
• Monitor operating statistics such as production rates, yields, cost per ton, material usage, and labor hours
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and development opportunities for accounting team members
• Serve as a key resource for financial systems training and process improvement initiatives

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Lead and coordinate the monthly financial close process
• Review and approve general ledger entries
• Maintain and update standard accruals
• Manage journal entry allocations
• Act as a liaison between plant operations, plant accounting, and corporate accounting during close activities
• Maintain fixed asset records and coordinate with corporate tax teams
• Track and account for capital projects and construction-in-progress (CIP) activity
• Ensure timely capitalization and accurate reporting of capital expenditures
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to analyze capital spending and budget variances

Financial Analysis & Plant Support

• Maintain accurate and timely accounting records and reporting
• Assist in monthly cost reporting and production cost analysis
• Support plant leadership with cost reduction initiatives and financial decision-making
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, business plans, and rolling forecasts
• Support office administration, equipment purchases, vendor relationships, and related activities
• Assist in developing, documenting, and maintaining internal controls to ensure Sarbanes-Oxley compliance

Environmental, Health & Safety Commitment

Employees are expected to perform all responsibilities in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Team members must report any situation that could negatively impact employee safety, human health, or the environment.

Why Join Gerdau?

• Competitive compensation
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Industry-leading manufacturing organization
• Opportunity to contribute to Gerdau's ongoing growth and transformation

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 [e-mail]