Accounting Manager
Date: Sep 12, 2025
Location: Bourbonnais, IL, US, 60914
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Kankakee, Inc.
Location: Bourbonnais, IL, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
[Hourly Rate/Salary Range]: $2,296.40-$2,791.20/week (This figure does not include bonuses)
[Bonus Type]: This position is eligible for annual bonuses.
Annual Return on Assets Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 25.4% of eligible earnings
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings
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.
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.
The Accounting Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
All accounting functions including general ledger, tax, capital expenditures, asset management, financial and compliance reporting, account reconciliations, assisting with forecasting, monthly balancing, inventory management, and recording and timely reporting of accounting records/transactions. Responsibilities include:
• Oversight and execution of Nucor’s accounting, reporting, and internal control related activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
• Manage the month-end accounting system close process, produce all corporate and divisional reporting requirements,and ensure proper internal controls are maintained.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the production environment and functions as a financial liaison with the division management team.
• Take a lead role in the implementation, communication, and interpretation of accounting and financial policies, control and system improvements; supervision of external and internal audit processes and ensuring that proper internal controls are maintained.
• Providing analytical support to departments as it relates to accounting issues and driving continuous cost improvements across all aspects of the business.
• Training and the development and growth opportunities of accounting teammates.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related field.
• Five (5) years experience in accounting or finance.
• Three (3) years leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• CPA or CMA
• MBA
• 3+ years of working in a manufacturing industry
• 3+ years of ERP or Accounting Systems Experience
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Kankakee
Nearest Secondary Market: Bradley