Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

We're Coming Back Together To Be Together 100% In Office At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

About the Job

We are hiring a new Staff Accountant at our corporate office in Birmingham, AL! As the Staff Accountant, you will prepare and upload assigned journal entries necessary to close the General Ledger at month-end, as well as perform reconciliations of assigned General Ledger accounts for accuracy, and other monthly reporting/analytical tasks necessary to report financials at month-end. You will work with other Vulcan departments, including Legal, Risk Management, Benefits, Financial Reporting, as well as others outside of Vulcan, to provide timely reports and receive needed information for accruals and analysis. You will also assist other team members as needed during the month by employing the continuous accounting standard within the Accounting Department.

What You'll Do

• Analyze Data. Analyze and reconcile financial and statistical data.
• Perform Month-End Tasks. Process and prepare month-end journal entries, reconcile accounts, and research issues.
• Participate in closing activities under tight deadlines.
• Maintain Records. Maintain accounting records in accordance with Company policies and GAAP.
• Prepare Reports. Prepare annual tax work papers, 10K schedules, and other monthly and quarterly reports as required.
• Collaborate. Assist your supervisor and other coworkers as needed. Provide assistance and additional help on time-sensitive special projects. Employ effective team-building skills in order to work in a group or to assist in bringing a group to consensus.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need:

• Education. Must have a BS Degree in Accounting and/or related field.
• Experience. Must have a minimum of two years of general accounting or cost accounting experience. Public accounting and or CPA experience is a plus.
• Organizational Skills. Must have strong organizational skills and display attention to detail. Must have strong time management skills. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Interpersonal Skills. Must have strong communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization. Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Technology Skills. Must have strong computer skills, including skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our daily lives and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.