Accountant I

Job Details

Division: Western Metals Recycling LLC

Location: Sandy, UT, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

About Us:

Western Metals Recycling is a division of the Nucor Corporation is a Fortune 150 company, known for being North America’s leader in designing, manufacturing, and recycling steel and steel products with a history of long-term sustainability and stability. Fortune Magazine recently ranked Nucor No. 1 on their list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in our industry. The key to Nucor’s success is that we care about the safety and well-being of our teammates and customers, the health and protection of our environment, and the relationships we establish in the communities where we live and work. At the heart of every Nucor division are the dedicated people who make up our team. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and dedicated teammate to join our team. We offer you a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute to the success of over 30,000 Nucor teammates.

Best Benefits in the Business:

- Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing

- Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities

- Paid Training

- Company provided uniforms and PPE

- Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year

- Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day

- Parental Leave

- Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2625 for spouses

- Scholarship Program – Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4000 per year

- Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days

- Company-paid life and disability insurance

- Company matching 401(k) plan

- Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Go to www.Nucor.com/benefits to learn more!

Basic Job Functions:

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

- Maintain adherence to internal controls, GAAP, and accounting standards

- Perform month-end closing activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and the preparation of monthly financial statements

- Facilitate weekly and monthly forecasting; monitor variances between actuals and forecasts to inform decision making

- Manage yearly SOX requirements, including annual audited inventories and fixed asset verification for each yard

- Prepare and file tax returns in compliance with applicable regulations for several states

- Generate requested financial reports and schedules

- Regularly prepare and present financial information to various groups

- Work on-site with yard operations (some travel required)

- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls

- Review yard purchases and shipments daily for potential discrepancies; initiate timely corrections when needed

- Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

- 1 – 2 years of experience

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

- High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Preferences:

- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting

- Experience with business intelligence tools such as PowerBI

- CPA and/or Advanced Business degree

- Manufacturing or Public Accounting experience

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace:

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace