Estimator Senior/Construction

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands' broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for providing accounting support to our US Apertures manufacturing plants. This role will play a key role in the finance department, providing expertise and leadership in various accounting and financial functions. With a strong background in accounting principles and experience in the manufacturing industry, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate inventory accounting, financial reporting, analyzing financial data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business decisions.
Develop, maintain, and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead.
Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation, reserves, and reconciliation.
Ensure accurate accounting for raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods inventory.
Assist physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and inventory-related variances.

Prepare and review manufacturing KPIs and operational performance metrics.
Partner with plant management to identify and monitor cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Support month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of sales, and manufacturing operations.
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Material price and usage variances
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Support the preparation of financial data for audits and liaise with external auditors.
Support annual operating budgets and periodic forecasts for manufacturing operations.
Serve as a key finance resource for ERP systems related to inventory and costing.
Improve costing methodologies, reporting tools, and financial processes.
Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and automation initiatives.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3+ plus years of accounting experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.
• Ability to work independently and lead a project team in a fast-paced environment.
• CPA) is a plus but not mandatory.
• All Microsoft Office products proficiency desired.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000-$100,000 + bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.
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