Staff Accountant

About the Role

The Staff Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity and accuracy of our construction company’s accounting records. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

The Staff Accountant will manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance to provide accurate financial data for decision-making. This role requires collaboration with project managers and other departments to reconcile accounts and analyze financial information related to construction projects.

Ultimately, the Staff Accountant ensures that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely, supporting the company’s financial health and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Job Costing & WIP: Track, review, and reconcile project-related costs, labor allocations, and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, vendor payments, and client progress billings or construction draws.
• Month-End Close: Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures, financial reporting, and variance analyses.
• Compliance & Audits: Support internal and external audits by organizing project documentation, lien waivers, and compliance records.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project managers and site superintendents to verify budget-to-actual accuracy.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Associate degree with strong construction experience may be considered).
• Experience: 2 to 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the construction, homebuilding, or job-costing industry.
• Technical Skills:

+ Proficiency in Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).

+ Experience with construction or accounting software such as Sage Intacct, Trimble Pay, or Procore.

• Core Competencies: Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, organization, and clear communication skills.