Job Description

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing critical accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with company policies, and effective support for business operations. This role covers general ledger, accounts receivable, inventory, and cost accounting, while also partnering with management on financial analysis and audits.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable functions—including preparing invoices, processing cash receipts, maintaining customer statements, reconciling AR, and managing aging reports—as needed.
• Reconcile and analyze sales-related accounts; prepare deferred/unearned revenue adjustments and generate sales reports.
• Maintain accurate inventory ledger accounts and perform reconciliations for raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods; partner with operations to manage inventory cycle counts.
• Collaborate with department managers on bill of materials (BOM) and process changes affecting cost accounting.
• Manage and analyze obsolete inventory reserves.
• Conduct gross margin reviews to assess profitability and identify trends or issues.
• Perform monthly trend analysis to support variance identification and business decision-making.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other key accounts.
• Prepare and distribute daily order reports and weekly KPI dashboards.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including depreciation and amortization schedules.
• Prepare monthly payroll and benefits journal entries.
• File sales and use tax returns for 30+ states, ensuring compliance with varying jurisdictional requirements.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation and providing relevant financial data.
• Assist management with special projects and ad hoc financial analyses.

Competencies:

• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar ERP systems
• Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and customer service-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and resourceful in a fast-paced environment

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

*Work experience may be substituted for educational requirements*

 Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Required: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounts receivable and general ledger reconciliations (including cost accounting).

Required: Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP.

Required: Excellent reconciliation, analytical, and organizational skills.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

Preferred: Three years of public accounting and/or Internal Audit experience

Preferred: MBA or CPA designation.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.