Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play -from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.

Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it's our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Plant Controller is a financial leader responsible for providing accounting support to our Apertures – U.S. organization. In this role, you will play a crucial role in managing the accounting operations within the finance department and providing decision support to the leaders of designated plant(s). The position will develop monthly plant financial statements, implement and maintain monthly plant financial reviews and develop and report key performance indicators that help manage the business. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring the integrity of plant financial statements by evaluating both financial and operating controls and implementing improvements. This position will be on a team of professionals providing strategic guidance and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. The role has a significant impact on the organization's financial performance and growth.

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements of designated plant(s), including income statements and balance sheets
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes, including the creation of journal entries and complex reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts such as inventory, inventory obsolescence and accrued expenses
• Partner with Plant Manager(s) on all aspects of the business to drive maximum profitability, including identifying cost savings ideas
• Assist in developing and managing the annual budgeting and forecasting process
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management to support strategic decision-making
• Review and analyze variances between actual financial results and budgeted targets, providing recommendations for improvement
• Assist in the preparation of financial data for audits and coordinate with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and SOX requirements, including working with corporate accounting group on key accounting issues
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance department
• Partner with Materials Manager to ensure material transactions are processed timely and accurately, implement and maintain cycle counting process
• Contribute to the development and improvement of financial reporting systems and processes

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as a Plant Controller, Cost Accountant or equivalent experience required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and financial analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work as part of team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance in the manufacturing sector
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus but not mandatory
• All Microsoft Office products proficiency required
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to distill complexity and quantities of data into actionable insights
• 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

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. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*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