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The Corporate Accounting Leader serves as a key member of the Global Finance Operations and Reporting (GFOR) organization, supporting the Assistant Corporate Controller in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial results. The role is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of corporate accounting processes, financial close activities and internal controls while helping maintain the integrity of the company’s financial information and compliance requirements.

This position also serves as a strategic accounting advisor to the organization by providing technical accounting expertise, supporting the adoption of new accounting standards, and guiding stakeholders through complex accounting matters. By partnering with senior management and cross-functional teams, the role drives continuous improvement in accounting and reporting processes, enhances operational effectiveness, and supports informed business decision-making across the enterprise.

Corporate Accounting & Financial Close 

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for Corporate areas including a portion of Doors.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses while maintaining a thorough understanding of the financial reporting structure.
• Oversee accounting activities supporting Corporate areas and ensure the integrity of financial information.
• Supervise quarterly balance sheet review processes and drive meaningful financial insights and analytics.
• Resolve close-related issues, analyze results and lead corrective action and root cause analysis efforts.

Technical Accounting & Complex Transactions

• Serve as the accounting lead for complex areas including derivatives, capital market transactions, pensions, stock compensation, foreign currency, complex energy transactions, incentive programs, investments and other significant accounting matters.
• Responsible for the accounting of proposals from the Structured Transaction Governance Committee (STGC) and support of the Commodity Risk Management Committee (CRMC).
• Prepare technical accounting analyses and position papers for complex or non-routine transactions.
• Provide accounting guidance and recommendations to business partners and leadership.
• Partner with external specialists and service providers to support accounting conclusions, valuations and reporting requirements.

External Reporting & Business Support 

• Oversee preparation and facilitate review of specialized financial statement disclosures including EPS, debt, pension/other post-employment benefits, derivatives and other related footnotes.
• Support the external reporting team during quarterly and annual 10-Q/10-K activities, ensuring accurate and compliant disclosures.
• Monitor applicable emerging accounting and disclosure requirements for Corporate areas and coordinate with the external reporting team.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis, accounting guidance, and recommendations to business leaders and senior management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Support

• Partner with finance, accounting, and operational leaders to address business and accounting challenges.
• Support acquisition integration activities and the implementation of accounting processes for newly acquired businesses.
• Represents the accounting function as a member of the Compensation Governance Committee.
• Responsible for approval of Corporate contracts and capital spend over established thresholds.
• Represents the accounting function as a member of the Global Pension Governance Committee in order to assess accounting implications on proposed transactions.
• Establish forecasts for applicable Corporate areas as needed and coordinate with Corporate FP&A.
• Support IT implementations for the transition and design of new systems for applicable Corporate areas.
• Build strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders including Finance, HR, Legal, Treasury, Sourcing, and other functional areas to support business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

Talent Development & Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team with impactful roles, strong accountability, high visibility and development opportunities.
• Creates a collaborative culture that encourages accountability, open communication, diverse perspectives, and continuous development.
• Drives organizational capability through effective talent management, coaching, targeted employee growth opportunities and succession planning.
• Oversee training and development investments to strengthen team skills, support future leadership needs, and sustain long-term performance.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, US GAAP and governance requirements.
• Support the external reporting team to ensure compliance with SEC requirements.
• Oversee team execution and monitoring of applicable internal controls.
• Demonstrate leadership in maintaining a strong safety culture and adherence to company safety standards.
• Promote accountability for safe and ethical work practices across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with multinational organizations or Big 4 public accounting firms.
• 7+ years of accounting, financial reporting, or corporate accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, global accounting processes, and internal controls.
• Experience using large ERP systems, reporting tools, and other forms of technology.
• Demonstrated technical accounting research skills and experience evaluating accounting treatment for complex transactions.
• Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, build consensus, and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to challenge and influence others constructively.
• Demonstrated executive presence and ability to partner effectively with senior leadership.
• Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or a professional accounting designation preferred.
• MBA or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Experience in a publicly traded company or large corporate accounting environment.
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, building products business environments.
• Experience accounting for derivatives, stock-based compensation, employee benefits, pensions and other technical accounting areas.
• Strong track record of collaboration, people management, talent development, and career growth potential within a large organization.
• Experience leading process improvement, automation, or AI-enabled initiatives.
• Experience using SAP, SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or other large-scale reporting tools.

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.

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