Senior Accountant at Martin Marietta Materials in Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description:

Summary:


We are seeking a Senior Accountant based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, NC. Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Accounting, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for various aspects of the month-end close process and assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and schedules.


Responsibilities:

• Heavily involved in the month-end close process.


• Preparation and maintenance of monthly accruals and allocations across multiple divisions.


• Preparing various financial statements and schedules for inclusion in the Company's public filings.


• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements and analysis.


• Ad-hoc reporting and analysis.


• Support of corporate accounting initiatives and projects.


• Assist in the preparation of annual budget and forecasts for select corporate business units.


• Preparation of account reconciliations.


• Evaluating and recommending innovative approaches and procedures that result in process improvements and efficiencies.


• Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.


• Work closely with internal and external auditors.


• Assist in maintaining the integrity of the company's chart of accounts and business unit structure.


• Document and maintain accounting procedures and processes.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA required.


• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience with CPA/master's degree


• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Must be a self-starter and a quick learner who can work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.


• Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Excel; JD Edwards skills desirable.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.


• Detail-oriented with an ability to identify and resolve problems both independently and as part of a team.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent people skills across all levels of the organization.


• Strong organizational and time management ability.


• Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on capacity.