Description

Summary:

This position is located at our corporate office in Raleigh, NC and reports to the Inventory Accounting Manager.

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Lead Inventory Accountant within our corporate inventory team with the ability to thrive in our fast paced, growing organization. This individual must be able to identify and resolve problems both independently and as a part of a team. Effective verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization along with strong organizational and time management ability are also required.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of inventory accounting; standard costing, transfers/eliminations, account reconciliations, reserve calculations and physicals across multiple product lines
• Serves as primary contact for field assistance and compliance; item processing, reporting, best practices and policy
• Responsible for scoping, coordination and monitoring of inventory physicals; finished goods, work in process, raw materials, parts and supplies
• Work within JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system to support inventory processing/setup, table maintenance, and general accounting activities
• Prepare internal and external reporting and analysis for all inventory reporting, including dashboards
• Conduct account analysis, including researching and explaining fluctuations
• Analyze data for costing and determine the proper treatment across all product lines
• Responsible for purchase accounting for acquired inventory
• Evaluate and recommend new approaches and procedures that result in process improvementsandnbsp;and efficiencies
• Supervise shop staff accountant
• Adhere to and maintain Company and SOX compliance, policies, and procedures

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, CPA or CMA preferred
• 7+ years of accounting experience or equivalent
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Detail‑oriented with a strong ability to self‑review and validate workpapers

• Must be a self-researcher and a quick learner who can work independently and as a part of a team with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge including pivot tables and vlookups
• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, to individuals at all levels of the organization

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: 

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.