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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

Come Join Us!

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

Who We Are

At OBE, together, we build excellence every day. We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future by exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer focus, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day.

Oldcastle Building Envelope operates in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven manufacturing environment. Our teams are execution-oriented professionals who are nimble, technically skilled, and committed to delivering superior quality, continuous improvement, and complete customer satisfaction.

How You'll Make an Impact

As a key member of the Accounting and Finance team, you will lead cost accounting activities across our manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and financial reporting. This highly visible role partners closely with plant leadership, operations, finance, and accounting teams to drive operational efficiency and strengthen financial controls throughout the organization.

This position can be based in either Dallas, TX or Terrell, TX. Candidates based in Dallas should expect frequent travel to the Terrell manufacturing facility. Success in this role requires a strong on-site presence and the ability to build relationships with plant leadership while developing a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory flows, and cost drivers.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment, embraces continuous improvement, and effectively influences stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Partner with manufacturing facilities to ensure consistent and accurate cost accounting practices across all operations.
Oversee standard costing, manufacturing variances, and intercompany pricing activities.
Review and improve costing methodologies to support operational and financial decision-making.
Manage inventory accounting, including slow-moving and obsolete inventory reserves.
Analyze production efficiency metrics and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Review and maintain labor and overhead rates.
Evaluate and record manufacturing, labor, and material variances.
Ensure appropriate inventory cycle counts and physical inventory processes are in place and operating effectively.
Review procedures to ensure proper revenue and cost recognition across facilities, including cutoff and matching principles.
Support month-end close activities and maintain communication with Controllers, Plant Leadership, and Finance Directors.
Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance reporting accuracy, controls, and operational performance.

About the Right Person

Integrity: Demonstrates strong personal and professional ethics while building a sustainable and profitable business.
Leadership: Leads positive change, influences teams, and develops future talent.
Business Partner: Builds strong partnerships across operations, finance, and accounting functions.
Strong Communicator: Effectively communicates with plant leaders, executives, peers, and team members.
Decision Maker: Uses sound judgment, objectivity, and data-driven decision making.
Change Agent: Champions continuous improvement while respecting the organization's culture and legacy.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Significant cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
Experience analyzing inventory, manufacturing variances, and operational performance metrics.
Experience working in a public company environment with SOX compliance preferred.
Experience in private equity-backed organizations preferred.
Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to build and implement scalable solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to travel regularly to the Terrell manufacturing facility.

What OBE Offers You

Competitive compensation with annual bonus eligibility.
Industry-leading benefits at a low cost to employees.
Paid time off, company holidays, and floating holidays.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
A collaborative culture focused on performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing organization.

What OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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