Sr. Financial Accounting & Systems Manager

Senior Financial Accounting & Systems Manager

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The Senior Financial Accounting & Systems Manager serves as a senior-level finance leader for Martin Marietta's Lime Division, responsible for enterprise financial accounting, consolidation, statutory and management reporting, and accounting systems governance. This role provides advanced technical accounting expertise, oversees complex consolidations and audits, and acts as a strategic advisor to finance leadership. The position also serves as a senior subject matter expert (SME) for SAP Financial Accounting (FI), internal controls, and group accounting standards, while leading continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Financial Reporting, Consolidation & Compliance

• Lead LNA's monthly, quarterly, and annual financial consolidation and reporting processes, including actuals, forecasts, variance analysis, and cash position reporting.
• Ensure accurate consolidation and reporting under U.S. GAAP.
• Serve as LNA's senior technical accounting expert, interpreting and applying complex accounting guidance and group policies and liaise Corporate Compliance team on key accounting topics.
• Support completion quarterly (Form 10-Q) and annual reporting requirements (Form 10-K) as outlined in the corporate reporting calendar.
• Maintain oversight of annual escheatment filings and other compliance-related reporting obligations.

Audit Leadership & External Relationships

• Support external financial audit process, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Proactively identify and remediate audit risks and control gaps in partnership with leadership.

Systems, Controls & SAP Leadership

• Serve as senior SME for SAP FI modules, including General Ledger, AR, AP, Tax, and related accounting functions.
• Provide strategic oversight for SAP configuration, system enhancements, and integration with business processes.
• Lead internal control design and sustainment, including IT general controls and SAP user role governance.
• Partner with IT and internal stakeholders to review and respond to SAP GRC findings and risk assessments.

Entity Oversight & Controller Responsibilities

• Act as Controller for designated entities, including Chemical Management Company and relevant holding companies.
• Ensure accurate financial statements, reconciliations, and compliance for all assigned entities.

Leadership, Strategy & Continuous Improvement

• Provide senior-level direction, coaching, and development for accounting staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on standardization, automation, and efficiency across accounting and reporting processes.
• Collaborate closely with Finance Operations, FP&A, IT, and business leadership to align financial systems and reporting with strategic objectives.
• Lead and support complex cross-functional projects and enterprise initiatives as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Advanced knowledge of financial accounting, consolidation, and reporting in complex, multi-entity environments.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP and group accounting standards.
• Proven ability to assess risk, apply judgment, and provide clear recommendations on complex accounting issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with large ERP systems (SAP…