Cost Accounting Systems Analyst

JOB DETAILS

The role is responsible for providing financial system and accounting support to our Apertures – U.S. organization and will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the implementation of an enterprise resource planning system (“ERP”) from an accounting, finance and operations perspective, including the development of accurate financial reporting and compliance with Cornerstone Building Brands’ policies. This role will have a significant impact on the organization's financial performance and growth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure fluid integration and roll-out of new ERP within Cornerstone Building Brands processes and systems. Ensure transactions flow end-to-end across multiple systems and are correctly recorded in the general ledger
• Support ERP project from an accounting and financial reporting perspective including requirement identification, user acceptance testing and production implementation support from a process and operational standpoint
• To help implement new processes and controls to support the finance system implementation and ensure these are fully documented
• Work with auditors to ensure that all requested documentation is provided timely
• Influence and lead change with cross-functional teams to resolve data issues and improve operational processes
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes that involve the new ERP
• Provide data and reporting requirements, develop reports for accounting and operational management of the reconciliation processes
• Diagnose data quality/bad transaction issues by drilling down into complex data structures to extract the root cause of issues and effectively communicate the issues and potential solutions to accounting and information technology teams
• Assist in the training and development of workshops to assist with other finance/accounting team members can operate the new ERP
• Ability to travel to various manufacturing facilities while implementing the new ERP
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and financial analysis
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with JDE E1 is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work as part of team in a fast-paced environment, achieving goals with others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• All Microsoft Office products proficiency desired

Critical Competencies for Success

Financial Acumen – Strong analytical skills, including the ability to distill complexity and quantities of data into actionable insights.

Business Partner – Well-developed business acumen and an ability to effectively influence decision-making by drawing on analysis and insight. Develops a deep commercial knowledge of key business drivers and builds relationships across the enterprise, appropriately balancing business objectives and compliance. Strong project management skills and can work well with all levels of an organization.

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.

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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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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