Senior Accountant

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Fontana Senior Accounting

At a glance

Senior Accounting role at Nucor. Fontana · $92,227–$106,766 base.

SalaryStated by Nucor

$92,227 – $106,766

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleAccounting

SenioritySenior

LocationFontana

Base pay$92,227–$106,766

PostedOct 27, 2026

Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Run monthly and annual close work, including journal entries, account checks and analysis
Review balance-sheet accounts and clear items that do not reconcile
Prepare GAAP financial and compliance reports, while supporting budgets, forecasts and cost analysis
Handle cash and payroll reconciliations, ensuring transactions are recorded on time
Use SAP for accounting and reporting, improve related processes, and assist audits and internal controls

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
At least five years of progressive accounting work, including financial close and GAAP
At least two years using SAP

Who this fits

This role suits a senior accountant who can explain complex financial results clearly, work across departments and identify process or cost improvements. You’ll also support operational teams and uphold safety policies, procedures and housekeeping standards.

From the employer

Job Details

Division: California Steel Industries

Location: Fontana, CA, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Salary: $92,227.20 - $106,766.40 yearly plus ROA

Basic Job Functions:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all accounting functions including:

Own the month-end and year-end close processes including journal entries, account reconciliations and analyses.
Prepare and review balance sheet recinciliations and resolve reconciling items.
Prepare financial and compliance reporting in accordance with GAAP.
Support forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis and cost accounting activities.
Perform treasury activities including cash reconciliations and forecasting.
Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure timely recording of accounting transactions.
Utilize SAP for financial reporting, accounting analysis, reconciliations and close activities.
Drive continuous improvement, automation, and SAP process efficiences.
Support internal and external audits and internal control compliance.
Provide analytical support to operations and other departments.
Drive cost-improvement efforts accross all aspects of the business.
Any other duties as deemed necessary.
Lead and uphold safety policies, practicies, and standards.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to iniate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial close and GAAP
Minimum of 2 years of SAP experience

Minimum Qualifications:

Detailed Selection Criteria:

Communication – Effectively communicates complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
Teamwork – Demonstrates a collaborative approach and ability to build strong working relationships across departments
Problem Solving – Identifies issues, analyzes financial data, and implements effective solutions
Accountability – Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers accurate, timely results
Initiative – Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
Judgment/Decision Making – Uses sound financial and business judgment in decision-making

Preferences:

Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience (steel or heavy industry preferred)
Experience with SAP ERP, financial reporting tools, and large-scale ERP environments
Active CPA or CPA candidate
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills