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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.
About the Job:
We are hiring a new Staff Accountant at our corporate office in Birmingham, AL! This position is part of the Lease Team. As a member of the Lease Team, you will be responsible for the management of the leases between Vulcan and our landowners. This involves having a complete understanding of the lease contracts and serving as the primary contact for these landowners. The rents and royalties due to the landowners are calculated and paid by the Lease Team. At each month-end you will prepare and upload assigned calculation files and journal entries necessary to close the General Ledger, as well as perform reconciliations of assigned General Ledger accounts for accuracy.
What You'll Do:
- Leases. Input new and amended leases into our lease management software.
- Landowners. Respond to landowner inquiries and change requests; prepare and send monthly statements
- Tasks. Complete assigned tasks such as inflations, true-ups, reporting.
- Month-End Tasks. Process and prepare month-end calculation files, journal entries, reconcile accounts, and issue payments.
- 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.
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. Lease Accounting, 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.
Responsibilities
Education
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
Experience
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of general or cost accounting experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Highly proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Analyze and reconcile financial data.
• 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.
Other Requirements
• Must be able to sit for long periods.
• Must have the ability to use computerized equipment and technology.
• Able to work in a deadline-oriented environment that requires complex, technical information and decision making.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- At least two years of general accounting or cost accounting experience
- Knowledge of general financial accounting, cost accounting, and GAAP
- Proficiency with accounting software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
- Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze and reconcile financial data
- Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment involving complex technical information and decision-making
- Lease accounting experience
- Public accounting experience
- CPA experience or credential
Vulcan Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vulcan and has not been reviewed or approved by Vulcan.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, mental-health support, and telehealth are consistently highlighted as comprehensive and valued; feedback suggests the medical coverage is a standout component of the package.
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Retirement Support — A company 401(k) match and frequent mentions of strong retirement benefits point to solid long-term financial support; feedback suggests these programs are a key advantage across many roles and locations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, and parental/family leave are included and often noted as part of a broad offering; feedback suggests these leave options contribute meaningfully to the overall benefits package.
Vulcan Insights
What We Do
Vulcan Materials is the nation’s leading producer of construction aggregates, supplying essential materials for infrastructure projects across the United States. Its work supports local communities and the roads, bridges, homes, and businesses within them. The company has operated for more than a century, with a focus on growth, adaptability, responsibility, integrity, and long-term value while serving customers and communities.
