What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Accountant - Treasury position at Ash Grove Cement Company?
Job ID: 517657
Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.
To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com
**At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:**
The Sr. Accountant Treasury ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the company's financial transactions and cash disbursements, including wire transfers for both USD and CAD operations and automated clearing house (ACH) payments. This position manages the operating budget development process, provides financial guidance to plant and departmental leaders, and ensures adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards in all reporting and reconciliation activities. The position participates in the monthly and annual financial close processes and supports continuous improvement of accounting and financial control procedures across the organization.
What You'll Be Contributing
_The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions._
**What CRH Offers You**
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH 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, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.
To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com
**At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:**
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Pay
- Life Insurance
- Growth Opportunities and more!
The Sr. Accountant Treasury ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the company's financial transactions and cash disbursements, including wire transfers for both USD and CAD operations and automated clearing house (ACH) payments. This position manages the operating budget development process, provides financial guidance to plant and departmental leaders, and ensures adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards in all reporting and reconciliation activities. The position participates in the monthly and annual financial close processes and supports continuous improvement of accounting and financial control procedures across the organization.
What You'll Be Contributing
- Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Prepares and coordinates the company's annual operating budget process, ensuring accurate data consolidation and timely completion.
- Facilitates budget review meetings with plant and department managers to validate assumptions and provide analytical insights.
- Serves as a financial partner to department and plant leaders, guiding them on budgetary compliance, cost management and forecasting.
- Conducts production cost variance analyses, investigates significant deviations and recommends corrective actions.
- Develops, maintains and enhances budget models and analytical tools to improve forecasting accuracy and management reporting
- Participate in monthly and annual accounting close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manages daily cash distribution activities including wire transfer and ACH payment.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable team to resolve payment discrepancies and ensure timely vendor settlement
- Monitors daily cash positions, maintains sufficient liquidity and assists in cash forecasting and treasury reporting.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance system efficiencies
- Supports internal and external audit requirements through document preparation and responding to audit inquiries.
- Recommend improvements to internal controls, financial policies and accounting systems.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
- Minimum 4 Year – Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation preferred.
- Minimum 4 Years of Experience in progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multi-site environment. Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
- Advance knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial/statistical data to provide actionable insight
- Ability to use a personal computer (PC) and accounting software
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy
- Proficient in effective written English, verbal communication, and listening skills
- Ability to maintain confidential information with discretion
- Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
- What's next for you?**
_The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions._
**What CRH Offers You**
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH 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, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.