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Accountant

Nucor

Newton, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Business Support, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Cost Analysis, Data Analysis, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Tracking, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Leadership, Manufacturing, Materials Cost Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Physical Inventory, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Recycling, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sustainability, Team Player, Variance Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION
performance bonus and profit sharing
LOCATION
Newton, IL
POSTED
3 days ago

Nucor Skyline Steel LLC is hiring an Accountant in Newton, IL, responsible for supporting financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, 2+ years of experience, and strong data analysis and Excel skills.

 

We offer:

• Base salary starting at $63,000 plus performance bonus (~$6,300) and profit sharing (~$6,900) for total starting compensation around $76,535
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance along with 401(k) and Roth options

• Paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, stock program, and scholarship opportunities

 

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related financial field with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong data analysis capabilities with advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls; ability to support audits and compliance processes
• Experience in manufacturing environments and ERP systems preferred; CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree a plus
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with ability to collaborate across teams
• Willingness to travel occasionally and commitment to maintaining safety standards in all activities

 

Job Duties:

• Assist with month-end close processes including journal entries and financial statement preparation
• Ensure financial reporting accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP standards
• Maintain and improve internal control structures and support audit readiness
• Perform inventory reserve analysis, cost analysis, and variance reporting to support business decisions
• Analyze raw material costs, sales, and expenditures while contributing to forecasting and budgeting activities
• Support annual physical inventory, capital expenditure tracking, and financial reporting initiatives
• Communicate financial insights and reports to business partners and leadership across the organization

 

Nucor is North America’s largest steel and steel products manufacturer and the continent’s largest recycler, known for its sustainability leadership and performance-driven culture. The company emphasizes safety, innovation, and teamwork while offering long-term career stability and growth opportunities for its teammates.

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