Project Accountant
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners, and communities are building better together – a future focused on empowering our customers while we power and protect the world.
Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, we manufacture electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions.
Who we are looking for:
Our Global Construction Services (GCS) strategic business unit is looking for a project accountant who will be responsible for supporting project accounting, month end close and financial reporting and analysis. Our ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and exposure to Project accounting (% completion). We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills.
What you’ll do:
- Facilitate month end close
- Audit project cost projections and report on variances and revenue recognition
- Support Google reporting requirements.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
- Work with Atkore management team to develop management package
- Accurately report intercompany and third party transactions
- Report and record forecasts
- Maintain rolling forecast & Prepare Annual Budgets
- Work closely with operations team
- Manage Inventory reporting and Valuation
- Update projections as purchase orders are received and change orders are issued
- Develop reports and KPIs to track and monitor project activity.
- Establish all floor based KPI’s
- Support Google Reporting Requirements
- CER process
- Manage Working Capital requirements
- Ensure 3 way match PO, receipt, and invoice for materials
- Maintain accurate inventory of Atkore and owner supplied materials
- Track all insurance, including site specific insurance documents
- Prepare commercial invoices for international shipping
- Ensure Invoices are paid on time (AR)
- Manage cashflow reporting
- Ensure compliance with local reporting authorities
- Timeliness of local tax returns
- Local payroll compliance for small team
- Manage banking relationships with Group Treasury
- Manage relationships with local auditors (Tax & Accounting)
- Overall Branch Management with support from local EY team.
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting / Finance qualification
- 3-5 years of experience in a project-based role, preferably in construction or manufacturing
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with flexibility and adaptability to change.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Experience in multi-state projects a plus.
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete your Atkore immersion program.
- Develop relationships with the key stakeholders for this role. (Internal & External)
- Have learned the fundamentals of our company’s internal software and processes.
- Take full ownership over recurring journal entries and reconciliations.
Within 6-months, you’ll:
- Take full ownership of project reporting, forecasting, analysis and audits..
- Assist Controller with creation of ad-hoc financial reports.
- Assist Controller with analysis and reporting of balance sheet fluctuations.
Within 12-months, you’ll:
- Be subject matter expert in your processes.
- Provide suggestions for improvement to current processes that pertain to your responsibilities.
- Become integral member of the local Atkore team
Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting / Finance qualification
- 3-5 years of experience in a project-based role
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience in multi-state projects
Atkore Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered acceptable to good for many roles, with phrases like “fair pay for the job” and “good/base pay” appearing especially in some professional positions. Role and location snapshots indicate ranges that align with similar regional roles, reinforcing a sense of market alignment.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting provides straightforward, accessible retirement savings support from day one. Immediate vesting is highlighted as a practical advantage for employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and EAP are available through recognized vendors, alongside care navigation and telemedicine resources. The breadth of offerings signals a comprehensive baseline of healthcare support.
Atkore Insights
What We Do
Atkore is a leading manufacturer of electrical products for commercial, industrial, data center, telecommunications, and solar applications. With 5,600 employees and $3.5B in sales in fiscal year 2023, we deliver sustainable solutions to meet the growing demands of electrification and digital transformation. Our portfolio includes industry-trusted brands such as Unistrut, Allied Tube & Conduit, AFC Cable Systems, Cope, US Tray, United Poly Systems, Calbrite, Calbond, and FRE Composites.
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