Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, 2+ years of demonstrated accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills..

Key responsibilities:

Assist in preparation of monthly Cost of Production (COP) for responsible sites.

Review and analyze financial information and physical inventory adjustments.

Ensure accuracy in financial statements and conduct month-end closing processes.

Follow internal controls and perform other duties as necessary.

Job description

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Job Purpose

To perform basic general ledger and cost accounting activities to aid in the production of various financial statements, reports, and statistics reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances, and other financial results. Formulates and administers approved accounting practices within a business, plant location or corporate environment to ensure the development of accurate and consistent financial and operating reports. To provide financial and operational support to Operations/Functions while ensuring compliance and controls are in place.

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

Assist in preparation of monthly Cost of Production (COP) for responsible sites.
Review all Physical inventory adjustments at the plant
Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses for an assigned business or plant location
Review and analyze data to prepare entries to general ledger
Follow a system of internal controls to safeguard assets
Review financial statements for accuracy in processing month-end closing; conduct quarterly balance sheet review, analysis, and reconciliation
May assist in preparation of strategic plan financials
Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
Perform other duties as necessary

What do I need to be successful?

2+ years of demonstrated accounting experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
Or any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Demonstrated knowledge of current local, state, and federal laws
Knowledge of licensing and regulatory requirements
Knowledge of current budgeting and forecasting methods
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collect and assemble data for the development of financial reports
Ability to analyze complex information and formulate decisions
Ability to operate a computer and supporting software packages, including the ability to satisfactorily perform all SAP tasks associated with this role

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Work Environment

This position will be remote, working in a home office and occasionally environment
Occasional travel and extended work hours required

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.

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