Accounting Director

Position Summary

The Director of Accounting provides financial and accounting leadership for the Metal Roofing Division (Flatiron Teton, Epic, CMP and Gideon).  Also provides oversight of the aforementioned organizations and supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in calculating, posting, and verifying financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records by performing these duties.

Initially, this role will entail enhancing and/or developing the Metal Roofing Division’s accounting policies and procedures to align with US GAAP, SOX and Corporate policies and to ensure consistent financial operations. The responsibilities androle will subsequently migrate towards the evaluation of divisional performance against both the annual budget and long-term strategy.  Additionally, this position will support the President and leadership team in identifying opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency, incorporating input from other division leaders as appropriate. 

Primary Accountabilities (Essential Duties)

Provides timely and comprehensive reports, including month-end, quarter-end and year-end, along with continuous and periodic analysis of balance sheet reconciliations, expenditures, financial performance, budgets, inventories, capital expense, manufacturing performance and forecasts of present and future performance of the organization. Drives accountability and reporting with a strong focus on meeting deadlines.

Directs the maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all company transactions; reviews entries to the general ledger and support location ledgers to assure accuracy and compliance with the organization’s policies, accounting principles and regulatory requirements.

Responsible for the overall Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process for location. Establishes and maintains a system of internal controls that functions as designed to ensure accuracy and completeness. Serves as main partner for both internal and external audits, providing specific support for preparation and auditing of SOX controls.

Develops and implements goals, policies, and procedures related to the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, property, plant and equipment, and sales and property tax.

Oversees the monthly financial review process, coordinating and assisting organizational leaders in understanding metrics, dashboard indicators, directional trends and the potential causes and effects of results attained. Additionally, support the President and leadership team in identifying opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency, incorporating input from other division leaders as appropriate. 

Serves as a partner in MIS including assisting the team's identification and transition to a new/enhanced ERP system, including ensuring accurate financial data migration, aligning reporting structures, and streamlining compliance processes. Provide assistance to MIS activities and supports the team to assure related activities assist the organization achieve high quality IT and infrastructure support.

Consistent communication and partnership with Gibraltar Corporate and peer controllers in the Residential segment.

In addition to the accountabilities listed above, individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to balance peak work periods, or to otherwise manage the workload.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Performs supervisory duties in line with the organization's policies and relevant laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining staff; handling complaints and resolving issues.

Employee(s)/Group /Department Supervised:  Direct supervision of accounting managers/staff at each of the above locations.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS To succeed in this position, a person must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Additionally, the physical demands and typical work environment are described below. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help individuals with disabilities perform the essential duties.

Education / Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to successfully fulfill the primary responsibilities is listed below.

Degree: Master's Degree                       Major: Finance, Business, Accounting

Years of Experience: 10+ Years             Area: Financial Management

Years of Experience: 10+ Years             Area: Experience in subsidiaries of publicly held companies in multi-company, multi-currency, multi-facility, and multi-state environments

Competencies / Technical Skills

Core Competencies : Fostering Teamwork; Managing Performance; Building Collaborative Relationships; Customer Orientation; Result Orientation; Personal Credibility

Organizational Competencies: Initiative; Developing Others; Influencing Others; Establishing Focus; Strategic Thinking

Additional Position Competencies (max 4): Change management

Technical Skills:

Licenses / Certifications

CPA/CMA (preferred, not required)

Physical Requirements (Approximate time spent to be included in physical demands such as walking, or bending, specific lifting requirements (lbs) and/or other requirements such as vision or hearing.

Work Conditions

Environment: Office                              Travel:  15-30%

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.