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SENIOR ACCOUNTANT & REPORTING ANALYST

Cary, NC, USA Req #5977
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

The core responsibilities of the Senior Accountant/Reporting Analyst are to assist in key processes within the Shared Services accounting team and to prepare and assist in the timely and accurate completion of the financial reporting requirements of the Company. This position reports to the Shared Services Accounting Manager and will have frequent contact with senior leaders of the Finance and Accounting organization. This position is expected to develop an individual to assist in various technical accounting matters and special projects and to have opportunities to transition into various other financial accounting positions within the Company.

Core responsibilities include:

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Prepare journal entries and reconciliations
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Assist in the accounting for warranties, pensions, and other areas as assigned
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Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of monthly close activities
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Assist in preparation of Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, Form 8-K, Form 11-K, Investor Presentations, Proxy Statements and Registration Statements
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Complete the reporting tie-out binders for all SEC filings
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Assist in the preparation of stockholders equity, cash flows, and earnings per share
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Assist with quarterly GAAP checklists
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Assist in the performance of SOX controls
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Assist with quality assurance review of XBRL tagging each quarter
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Assist with the accounting for acquisitions and divestitures
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Assist in the preparation of impairment analyses
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Assist in the benefit plan audits and filings of Form 5500s
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Assist in researching technical accounting issues under US GAAP, as needed
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Assist with secondary offerings or debt refinancing transactions * Assist with special projects, as needed

* Assist in responding to requests from internal and external auditors and other third-parties, such as actuaries

Qualifications

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3+ years of public accounting (Big 4 or top tier), 3 to 5 years of industry, or a mix of both
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Experience strongly recommended to include:

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Knowledgeable of US GAAP accounting
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Experience with SEC Reporting
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Familiar with financial reporting controls

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CPA desired, or active pursuit of CPA
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Computer Skills

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Strong command of Microsoft Office applications
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Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle and JD Edwards) and financial performance management tools such as OneStream and Hyperion is preferred
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Ability to learn other applications, such as financial reporting software (Workiva)

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Personal Attributes

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High integrity individual with ability to work under intermittent stressful situations
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Ability to work overtime during the monthly close and quarterly reporting process and as other circumstances arise
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Strong communication and organizational skills
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Diligent and task oriented desire to not only perform tasks but understand and be able to explain results
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Ability to multi-task
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Continuous improvement mentality
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Knows when to ask questions

Cornerstone Building Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin.

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