Finance and Accounting Part-time / Seasonal Associate

 

Job ID:  521816

 

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.    

 

Oldcastle Fence, Rail & Decking division is seeking a part-time | seasonal associate to provide a professional environment for undergraduate students to gain real-world experience at a global industry-leading manufacturer in the architectural products industry. This role will allow for part-time flexible hours to run during college semesters and regular hours when semesters are out of session and will provide exposure to valuable learning opportunities within the corporate functions of the organization through assignments, projects, and collaboration. This is the perfect opportunity for undergraduate students to apply their knowledge and creativity to a growth-oriented company within a division of Oldcastle APG.

 

Job Summary

 

Our department covers multiple areas and disciplines of accounting and finance, including the monthly close process, financial reporting, payables & receivables, financial systems and internal controls.  This position will work closely with the teams and business leaders to assist with projects and tasks that will involve process improvement, financial analysis and decision support.  Our ideal candidate is a hands-on self-starter with the desire to learn and contribute.  Oldcastle APG offers a medium business size environment with the backing of a large enterprise and a multitude of career opportunities and paths.

 

Job Responsibilities

 

• Corporate Accounting:  Monthly journal entries, rollforwards and reconciliations. Actual vs. Budget reporting by department.  Our team uses Blackline, a leading accounting automation tool, and will assist in enhancing usage

• Financial Reporting:  Prepare, analyze, and report consolidated monthly financials and quarterly reporting and disclosures.  Hands on experience with SAP and business analytic reporting tools supporting financial reporting, controls, and analysis.  Role will assist in annual budget preparation and modeling.
• Internal Controls:  Inventory observations and internal audit reviews of company’s control compliance.  Role will assist in Internal Audit Process review performed in July.  Role will also assist in project to review and update vendor master data with utilization of a new SAP module for 1099 reporting.

 

Job Requirements

 

• Students pursuing Bachelor’s or Masters degree program

• Concentration or Area of Study in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
• Ability to attend program hosted in Galloway, NJ with possible travel to other sites for networking opportunities
• Excel experience and exposure to business analytics a plus
• Highly personable and effective communicator
• Solid values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust
• Ability to take direction, ask questions, and receive feedback
• Organized and able to prioritize tasks
• Strong willingness and desire to learn

 

Compensation

 

$20 an hour

 

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

 

 

About CRH

 

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