Sr Accountant I

Safety

Lives the safety stand and adheres to the safety responsibilities.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Leader and business partners to support the effective execution of a broad range of accounting activities and goals. The role will help ensure results are appropriately stated, execute controls, analyze data, and assist and/or lead projects to continue integrating the Insulation business, which may include deployment related work, process improvements, and technical accounting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting and ability to perform technical research
• Leads the balance sheet review process, developing an understanding of the relationship between various financial items and demonstrating a thorough understanding of events affecting the balance sheet
• Reviews and understands financial statements
• Reviews journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP and OC policy
• Delivers insightful research analysis and commentary on key Americas accounting items
• Resolves issues or concerns in a timely manner
• Ensures all controls are appropriately executed and documented
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle for the business
• Provides timely and accurate financial statements for assigned business segments
• Proactively assists with comprehensive review and analyses of data
• Consistently looks for opportunities to improve
• Strives for process improvement (simplify, standardize, automate)
• Lead and/or contribute to projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 – 7 years of related experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience with a global company
• Utilizing US GAAP and Accounting Policy
• Developing and implementing process improvements
• Strong business partner with ability to build relationships
• SAP experience (or demonstrate ability to learn new systems)

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to act and operate independently
• Organized, deliberate, and reliable in structuring work
• Easily adapt to change
• Strong project management skills

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.