Staff Accountant

Job ID: 515020

APAC Alabama, Inc., part of CRH’s South Division, is a leading supplier of quality asphalt and Construction Services in the Southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely and efficient manner, on every project. APAC Alabama, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.

Midsouth Materials Region, a division of CRH plc., is a great place to work! CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer, and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We believe in recruiting the best people and giving them the opportunity to excel.

Position Overview

This position encompasses a diverse set of accounting responsibilities along with the opportunity to grow. The desired candidate will possess a strong commitment to integrity, quality, efficiency, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes reporting
• Prepares account reconciliations
• Prepares journal entries and cost adjustments
• Provides audit support
• Ensures compliance with SOX, IFRS, and GAAP principles
• Completes month-end duties in adherence to strict deadlines
• Assists in managing lease accounting and capital expenditure
• Cost accounting for equipment and fuel
• Collaborates with the fixed asset and general accounting teams
• Assists with streamlining procedures within the department to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business. Equivalent experience considered.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Must be able to adapt to new systems and processes.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated to deliver with a sense of urgency on priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, accounting staff, and field operations.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Professionalism, initiative, commitment, and objectivity
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

Usually, normal office working conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.
• Position will be located in the Birmingham, AL office.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

APAC Alabama, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.