Senior Accounting Lead

: : Introduction: At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Team or Function Overview: This is a challenging and rewarding role focused on supporting a number of key Finance initiatives to better enable our manufacturing business during an exciting time of organizational transformation. Summary: We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team and help us as we continue to evolve our Finance and Accounting processes. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a proactive team player with superb interpersonal and collaborative skills. The Senior Accountant should exercise independent judgment to critically evaluate processes and provide guidance and mentorship to other accounting staff as needed. Essential Duties:

• Lead the preparation and review of journal entries within PeopleSoft ERP in connection with month-end close that is completed in 4-days.
• Be acclimated with using disparate applications in order to execute analysis.
• Own the review of complex accounting analyses and month-end GL reconciliations and rollforward processes which also require research, analysis and independent judgment by self and team.
• Have proficiency in lease accounting (ASC842) and maintaining lease accounting software.
• Provide support and mentorship to staff accountants related to day-to-day financial matters and other related questions.
• Serve as a key, primary resource in connection with monthly and quarterly reviews, as well as the year end audit. Generate and interpret financial records and statements for management. Escalate matters to the accounting manager, senior director and/or VP/Controller.
• Fulfill requests of Standard Industries tax team in connection with periodic tax filings.
• Load approved annual budget at beginning of each fiscal year, and establish monthly recurring entries based on budgetary data.
• Proactively address inquiries from other departments, be responsive, and close matters down timely.
• Evaluate processes for improvements, and create process documentation.
• Play an integral role in new process implementation resulting from business changes and accounting rule updates.
• Routinely collaborate with Plant Accounting Managers and Corporate Stakeholders; propose and execute solutions in response to their needs.

Under This Roof, We Require

• 5 or more years of experience within an Accounting or Finance environment
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
• Analytical and statistical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a team environment
• Acclimation with using disparate applications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Physical attendance on-site is required 4-days/week minimally M-F

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• 5 or more years of experience within an Accounting or Finance environment, public accounting experience is preferred specific to financial statement and internal control audits
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills; Peoplesoft software would be a plus
• Process analysis and implementation
• CPA preferred (or actively pursuing)

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).