Technical Accounting Analyst Job

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: <10%
Non-compete: No


The estimated base salary range for this role is $59,000 to $90,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Armstrong?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

This position will report to the Manager, External Reporting in the Controller's Department and will be directly responsible for accounting areas such as statement of cash flows preparation, derivatives and pensions as well as assisting with the preparation of our periodic SEC filings.


What's in it for you

• Build deep expertise in complex accounting areas
• Work closely with external auditors and cross-functional finance teams
• Expand visibility within Corporate Accounting and Finance leadership
• Develop skills that support long-term growth toward senior accounting roles
• Contribute directly to high-impact, enterprise-level reporting processes

What You'll Do

• Prepare the monthly consolidated statement of cash flows.
• Assist with the process for the Quarterly and Annual Reports on Form 10-Q/K; including selected footnote preparation.
• Record necessary accounting entries and develops associated budgets and forecasts for defined benefit pension, post-retirement plan and post-employment plans.
• Assists with the accounting for incentive compensation plans
• Record interest rate derivative accounting entries.
• Perform annual goodwill and intangible asset impairment tests.
• Serve as a key contact for external auditor.
• Manage process to create and file financial statements for employee benefit plans.
• File annual SEC Form SD documenting the Company's conflict minerals process.
• Participate in other projects as needed

What will make you successful

• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP and SEC regulations, combined with the ability to research complex accounting issues.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment and manage well through tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills required; must be capable of interacting comfortably & respectfully with all personnel levels.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of general ledger systems (SAP preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting.
• 1-2 years of accounting or finance experience
• Public accounting or financial reporting experience preferred.

What makes you stand out

• CPA Preferred

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.


At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce ;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet ;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact .

About the location (Lancaster PA)

Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City. Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!

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