Controller - Frederick, MD

Job ID:  492100

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.     

Job Summary

This position offers diverse responsibilities and will work alongside senior management as Controller of the newly formed Oldcastle Lawn and Garden Mid-Atlantic Division on various matters and projects. The candidate is a skilled financial professional who understands business, operations, and financial processes; can integrate finance and operations and collaborate with operational leadership to successfully manage the business.  Core behavioral characteristics we seek include being a partner to business managers, implementing analytical decision-making, proactively finding opportunities, and recommending ideas for increased profitability through detailed financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of the accounting team
• Financial responsibility for a region consisting of 7 manufacturing plants
• Involved in the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring all statements are appropriately analyzed and correctly stated
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations
• Perform month-end closing activities – accruals, subledger reconciliations, statistical entries, etc.
• Prepare for and respond to internal and external audit requests
• Analyzes input costs, monitors cost fluctuations, and makes recommendations for adjustments
• Plans and supports physical inventory audits
• Compile/analyze financial data from multiple sources by way of Excel, Tableau, Infor M3
• Work with the Controller to ensure adequate SOX and internal controls are in place and maintained to safeguard financial assets
• Other duties as may be assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience (MBA / CPA a plus)
• 3+ years experience in general accounting/finance, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with standard cost accounting, inventory management, GAAP, Sales and Use Taxes
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel domestically

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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