Senior Accountant

Overview

As a Senior Accountant, you will be an important member of our Accounting team supporting the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial reporting. This role performs general accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, month-end closing, operational analysis, tax filings and supporting annual audits. You will also play a key role in analyzing account information, reconciling balances, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

This role is ideal for someone with a high attention to detail who thrives in a results-oriented environment that values teamwork, continuous learning, and making meaningful contributions to the bigger picture. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the organization and interact with other departments.

• Assist with accurate and timely month-end closings and financial reporting
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a proactive and timely manner
• Perform variance analysis between actuals and forecasts, providing insights to support decision-making
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Prepare and file tax returns
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 5+ years of Cost or Management Accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or financial reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Experience in a Manufacturing environment
• CPA or MBA