
Accountant I
Nucor Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Sandy • Utah • United States
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About the role
- 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.
- Maintain adherence to internal controls, GAAP, and accounting standards
- Perform month-end closing activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and the preparation of monthly financial statements
- Facilitate weekly and monthly forecasting; monitor variances between actuals and forecasts to inform decision making
- Manage yearly SOX requirements, including annual audited inventories and fixed asset verification for each yard
- Prepare and file tax returns in compliance with applicable regulations for several states
- Generate requested financial reports and schedules
- Regularly prepare and present financial information to various groups
- Work on-site with yard operations (some travel required)
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls
- Review yard purchases and shipments daily for potential discrepancies; initiate timely corrections when needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1 – 2 years of experience
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience with business intelligence tools such as PowerBI
- CPA and/or Advanced Business degree
- Manufacturing or Public Accounting experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
- 401K and Roth accounts
- Profit sharing
- Pay-for-performance bonuses
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Stock program
- Scholarships
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
GAAPfinancial reportingmonth-end closingjournal entriesbalance sheet reconciliationstax returns preparationfinancial forecastingprocess improvementsinternal controlsaudited inventories
Soft Skills
analytical skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillsattention to detaildeadline managementleadershipsafety awarenessproblem-solving
Certifications
CPAAdvanced Business degree