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Royal Building Products enables you to broaden your career experience as we continue to build on 40 years of commitment to quality and Vinyls product innovations. We are seeking exceptional performers to continue to take exterior building materials to the next level. Royal Building Products, a Westlake Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake Chemical employee (or an employee of any Westlake Chemical affiliates), please do not apply here. Please go to your Workday homepage and click on the “Careers” worklet and view “Westlake Career Opportunities”.
SUMMARY
The Accountant is responsible for providing financial accounting and analysis to support the Controller and the Finance Group for the one of the divisions of the business. Responsibilities encompass monthly financial close and reporting, assisting with monthly forecasts and annual budgets. The role is a hybrid role of approximately 70/30 FP&A vs Accounting duties.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensure accurate and timely monthly reporting of results and business metrics
Maintain databases and ensure accuracy of monthly Innovative sales and inventory days reporting
Prepare monthly variance analyses at the business unit level
Prepare daily sales report and support Customer/Product sales database
Assist Controller with monthly sales forecast and annual business unit budgets
Calculate and submit quarterly supplier rebate submissions and monthly accruals
Maintain monthly account reconciliations for specific Balance Sheet accounts, ensuring that all accounts are reconciled timely within the month end cycle, and that adjustments are made promptly
Prepare monthly entries, maintain, and perform analysis for various accounts, including AP accruals, fixed asset and COGS accounts
Support commodity taxes calculations and remittances
Respond to inquiries (internal and external) for financial information and analysis
Participate in various annual inventory counts
Other tasks as assigned by manager
Identify opportunities for improvements in processes and systems
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, as applicable
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Requires University degree or college diploma in Accounting/Finance
Working towards or possess Formal Accounting Designation (CPA)
Strong background and work experience in accounting and reporting
Minimum 2 years proficiency with ERP Accounting system in a large company setting
Experience with JDE and/or SAP BPC is an asset
Advanced Excel skills including Pivot tables and data manipulation
Strong exposure to databases and reporting tools
Knowledge of French language, in addition to English (fluent in speaking, reading and writing) is a strong asset
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities, utilizing effective time management
Strong communication, active listening and influencing skills
Royal Building Products, a Westlake Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake Chemical employee (or an employee of any Westlake Chemical affiliates), please do not apply here. Please go to your Workday homepage and click on the “Careers” worklet and view “Westlake Career Opportunities”.
