Senior Accountant

Basic Job Functions:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all accounting functions including:

• Own the month-end and year-end close processes including journal entries, account reconciliations and analyses.
• Prepare and review balance sheet recinciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare financial and compliance reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis and cost accounting activities.
• Perform treasury activities including cash reconciliations and forecasting.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure timely recording of accounting transactions.
• Utilize SAP for financial reporting, accounting analysis, reconciliations and close activities.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and SAP process efficiences.
• Support internal and external audits and internal control compliance.
• Provide analytical support to operations and other departments.
• Drive cost-improvement efforts accross all aspects of the business.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary.
• Lead and uphold safety policies, practicies, and standards.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to iniate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial close and GAAP
• Minimum of 2 years of SAP experience

Minimum Qualifications:

Detailed Selection Criteria:

• Communication – Effectively communicates complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
• Teamwork – Demonstrates a collaborative approach and ability to build strong working relationships across departments
• Problem Solving – Identifies issues, analyzes financial data, and implements effective solutions
• Accountability – Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers accurate, timely results
• Initiative – Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
• Judgment/Decision Making – Uses sound financial and business judgment in decision-making

Preferences:

• Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience (steel or heavy industry preferred)
• Experience with SAP ERP, financial reporting tools, and large-scale ERP environments
• Active CPA or CPA candidate
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications: