Accounting Manager

Summary

The Accounting Manager will lead all core accounting and financial reporting activities for the Eagan site, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. This role is responsible for overseeing the month-end close, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and audit processes, while maintaining a strong control environment. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, strong process discipline, and the ability to manage and develop a high-performing accounting team.

What You’ll Do:

Key Responsibilities 

Provide accurate reporting of results and maintenance of the company’s assets through balance sheet integrity and providing a rigorous control environment as the lead accountant at the plant: 

• Lead and manage all general accounting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes  

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies  

• Oversee cost accounting and inventory accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory reconciliations  

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls (SOX compliance) and support internal and external audits  

• Work cross-functionally with central accounting to lead control and efficiency initiatives resulting in a better control environment that is easier to monitor.  

• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet flux analysis  

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking  

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures  

• Partner with FP&A Manager on the preparation of site-level financial reporting packages and supporting schedules  

• Drive improvements in accounting processes, systems, and controls, with a focus on efficiency and accuracy  

• Supervise and develop site cost accountant, including performance management and training  

• Partner with operations as needed to ensure proper financial data integrity with primary focus on accounting governance and reporting  

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred  

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment  

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory accounting  

• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and audit support  

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, and reporting tools like Hyperion/Essbase preferred  

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and internal control mindset  

• Proven ability to manage and develop direct reports 

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $125,000 to $135,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Insurance: health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) with match
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
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