Senior Cost Accountant, Fortify Building Solutions

Cornerstone Building Brands; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 105 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Résumé du poste

Cornerstone Building Brands seeks a Senior Cost Accountant for Fortify Building Solutions. You will manage month-end close across multiple ERPs, analyze cost and inventory activity, and prepare financial reports under US GAAP.

Reporting to the Fortify Senior Accounting Manager, you will drive process improvements, support audits, and provide insights to guide profitability and strategic decisions. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA preferred, CPA or CMA certification a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant cost accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Oracle R12, NetSuite, JDE, Epicor) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting methods, variance analysis, and GAAP/SOX.

Responsabilités

• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversee daily general ledger activities across multiple ERPs.
• Maintain and analyze cost and inventory activity; generate reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries per GAAP.
• Coordinate internal/external audits and provide support.
• Assist with cost reports, variance analysis, and updates.
• Drive process improvements and system efficiencies.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Independent work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

MBA preferred

CPA or CMA a plus

Outils

Oracle R12

NetSuite

JDE

Epicor

Description du poste

Senior Cost Accountant, Fortify Building Solutions

• Full-time
• Shift: 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com

The Senior Accountant - Cost of the Fortify Building Solutions accounting team will be responsible for performing tasks across multiple ERPs and assisting with process and control standardization efforts across multiple teams. The ideal candidate will have exposure to multiple accounting systems and working with teams in a remote environment, while possessing strong analytical skills and being able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Reporting to the Fortify Building Solutions Senior Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant - Cost will assist in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, supporting the monthly accounting close and related tasks, and providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the monthly accounting close and related tasks, including but not limited to preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger and performing other assigned duties. Additionally, the Senior Accountant - Cost will assist in enhancing the monthly close, consolidation, and internal reporting processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Oversee daily general ledger activities across multiple ERPs
• Maintain and analyze detailed cost and inventory activity, and generate reports to support management decisions and profitability analysis
• Prepare (and review) journal entries in accordance with US GAAP
• Provide ad-hoc support to Division and Segment leadership
• Prepare and review cost reports, and variance analysis
• Compile and execute quarterly and annual cost updates
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Coordinate and assist with internal / external audit requests
• Assist with developing and carrying out process improvement initiatives
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA preferred, CPA or CMA certification a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant cost accounting experience, with a progression of responsibilities
• Proficiency in accounting software (Oracle R12, NetSuite, JDE, Epicor) preferred
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting methods, variance analysis, and financial reporting standards (GAAP, SOX compliance)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000-$105,000 + 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 planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]. 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.

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

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.