Senior Accountant

We're seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing construction organization and play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting. This is a hands-on, technical accounting role for someone who enjoys owning their work, digging into the details, and partnering closely with project and finance teams.

You'll be a trusted accounting expert with a strong general ledger foundation, exposure to project accounting, and experience supporting month-end close in a construction environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned accountant who wants to apply sound judgment, improve processes, and make a visible impact.

What You'll Do

General Ledger & Accounting Operations

• Own assigned areas of the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and GAAP compliance
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications with precision
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies
• Review account activity to identify unusual trends or issues requiring further analysis

Month-End Close Support

• Support month-end close activities under the direction of the Senior Project Analyst
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Ensure assigned close tasks are completed accurately and on time

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor and track cash activity with proper recording and classification
• Assist with cash flow reporting and identification of timing differences
• Support analysis of cash flow trends and variances for internal reporting

Project Accounting & WIP Support

• Review job cost, WIP, and margin data for accuracy
• Identify inconsistencies between project data and financial reporting and assist with resolution
• Partner with project teams to ensure alignment between operational and financial data

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Assist with audit preparation and respond to auditor requests
• Maintain organized, supportable accounting records
• Ensure adherence to company accounting policies and GAAP

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency
• Support process improvements and standardization initiatives
• Serve as a technical accounting resource for internal stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
• 4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong general ledger and account reconciliation background
• Experience supporting (but not owning) month-end close
• Exposure to job cost accounting, WIP, and construction financial processes
• Experience with cash flow tracking and reporting
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Sage Intacct, Sage 300, or similar preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)

Why Join Us

• Well-established construction organization with a great culture.
• High-impact individual contributor role with ownership and visibility
• Collaborative finance team and strong project partnership
• Opportunity to improve processes and influence how work gets done
• Competitive compensation and benefits package