Senior Accountant

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life support

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Houston seeks a Senior Accountant to support financial operations and reporting for United Galvanizing’s facility.

You will report to the Controller, work with the General Manager and corporate finance, and drive month-end close, reconciliations, and operational cost analysis in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will maintain GLs, assist budgeting and forecasting, and help improve efficiency across the plant network while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years relevant experience or assoc. degree with 7+ years or 9+ years experience
• 2+ years of general ledger accounting experience including reconciliations and journal entries
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and related tools
• Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills
• Experience with internal controls and US GAAP concepts
• Experience in manufacturing or multi-site environments is a plus
• Experience with corporate reporting standards for U.S.-based parent companies

Responsibilities

• Perform full cycle month, quarter, and year-end closing activities including journal entries
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and report insights to stakeholders
• Prepare monthly financial reports and management summaries
• Support inventory accounting including cycle counts and annual reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset ledgers and depreciation schedules
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis
• Ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements
• Provide recommendations for process improvements and automation

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Decision making

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QAD

OneStream

IFS

VCC Max

Visual Shop

Bloomberg

Blackline

Job description

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

6123 Cunningham Rd Houston Texas 77041

Why Valmont

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?

A Brief Summary Of This Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the financial operations and reporting functions for United Galvanizing’s Houston facility. Reporting to the Controller and working closely with General Manager and corporate finance teams, the Senior Accountant maintains accurate financial records, drives cost and inventory accounting processes, and supports operational decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include executing month-end closing activities, managing general ledger account reconciliations, and analyzing operational data to support continuous improvement and financial efficiency across the plant network.

• Perform full cycle month, quarter, and year-end closing activities, including posting journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate financial variances, and report insights to key stakeholders.
• Prepare accurate monthly financial reports, management summaries, and supporting schedules.
• Support inventory accounting, including cycle counts, valuation analysis, and annual physical inventory reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset ledgers, capital expenditure tracking, and depreciation schedules.
• Handles purchase requisitions as directed by the General Manager.
• Manage accounts payable invoices for processing and ensure accurate and timely submission to General Manager and Shared Services team.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, accounting controls, and internal/external audit requirements.
• Assist the plant General Manager in achieving operational and financial objectives.
• Assist plant leadership and finance teams with annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and operational cost analysis.
• Analyze operational and manufacturing data to identify efficiency gains, support process automation, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform credit checks, approve credit and monitor credit status on new and existing customers. Involve General Manager and Credit/Collections team for escalated collection activity.
• This position, through the subordinate organization, is responsible for making sure timely and thorough preparation of financial records and reports for use by management and operating personnel at all levels are completed based on the requirements set by Corporate and Site Controller. These records must comply with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), governmental regulations, taxing authorities and the policies and procedures of the company.
• Give recommendations for continuous improvement of products, processes and services and measurement of same to make efficient use of company resources.
• Perform any other accounting and operational duties as assigned or required by the company.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Preferred Bachelors with 5+ years relevant experience or associate’s degree with 7+ years relevant experience or 9+ years relevant experience
• 2+ years of general ledger accounting experience including account reconciliations, journal entries, and a basic understanding of internal controls
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, thinking and reasoning skills
• Detail and goal oriented
• Strong initiative and ability to make decisions, take action and solve problems
• Ability to work in a matrix environment
• Very strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Responsible – ability to hold oneself accountable or answerable for one’s conduct
• Passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration with emphasis on Accounting or Finance.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site operational environments.
• Strong background in inventory and cost accounting.
• Experience with corporate reporting standards for U.S.-based parent companies.
• Strong working knowledge or QAD, OneStream, IFS, VCC Max, Visual Shop, Bloomberg and Blackline Software.
• Demonstrated experience automating accounting and finance processes using tools such as Power Query, Power BI, ERP systems, RPA, or workflow automation platforms.

Working Environment And Physical Efforts

Work is typically performed in an office setting. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. In addition to an office setting, the employee also spends time on the production floor as well as outside during all seasons of the year and in the manufacturing areas. The employee is expected to wear all necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), as required. This position is exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat and cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, fire, smoke, unstable debris, confined spaces, and working in high areas.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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