Company Description
For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

Staff Accountant

Hybrid

WA-Kalama

Full time

Company Description
For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation for quality brands and products, leading technology, and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright, and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!  

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Department: Finance & Accounting 

Job Title Reporting to: Accounting Manager 

Primary Purpose & Value of the Department & Position 

Finance Shared Services maintains key transactional processes for the company while keeping a customer-centric attitude.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and supporting the broader finance function. Their work ensures that the department can deliver reliable financial information to management and comply with accounting standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and accruals
• Complete reconciliations in accordance with company policy
• Maintain general ledger accounts or fixed asset ledger accounts
• Maintain accurate coding of accounts and ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations
• Provide timely and accurate reporting
• Assist in the implementation of new systems and accounting standards
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and account information and tax workpapers as assigned
• Manage other aspects of Shared Services functions (Sales Tax, Property Tax, Insurance, Licensing’s, Expense reporting, Cash, etc.)

Key Relationships 

Critical to the success of this role is the ability to deliver outcomes through productive relationships with others include:

• BlueScope North America team members
• Finance team members
• Internal customers
• External and internal auditors
• Taxing authorities
• Bank contact

Education & Experience Qualifications  

 Minimum: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

• 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience

Preferred: 

• 3+ years of experience in an accounting role 

• Construction and Manufacturing experience 

• Experience with large ERP system, preferable SAP

Skills & Competencies 

• Action oriented

• Organizational agility
• Drive for results
• Problem solving
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Interpersonal savvy
• Exemplary customer service
• A positive attitude and self-driven
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks

Base Salary range starting at $77,800 - 95,200, plus additional benefits, bonus and perks.

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

About Us

We are a global leader in metal coating and painting products for building and construction industries, providing vital components for houses, buildings, structures, vehicles and more.

We have built a solid foundation for growth with a diverse portfolio of businesses in some of the largest and fastest growing economies of the world. We are headquartered in Australia, with our people and operations spread across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout Asia.

Get in Touch

Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match.

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.