Senior Construction Accountant

Smith + Howard (formerly Fahrenheit Advisors) is assisting Liesfeld Contractor in the search for a Senior Construction Accountant to join its growing team.

About the Company:

Liesfeld Contractor is a heavy civil and site development construction company based in Rockville, Virginia. Founded in 1972, they specialize in turnkey site preparation, mass grading, utility installation, paving, and infrastructure construction for commercial, industrial, data center, mining, and public-sector projects across the Mid-Atlantic.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Construction Accountant supports the Controller and CFO with the company's accounting operations, including month-end close, construction job-cost accounting, Work-in-Progress reporting, reconciliations, audit support, and internal controls. This position is part of an expanding accounting department where responsibilities may evolve as the company grows.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare month-end close entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation

Manage bank reconciliations, vendor setup, and internal accounting controls

Support construction job-cost accounting, WIP reporting, and contract setup

Maintain fixed-asset records and prepare audit-ready documentation

Coordinate with project management, accounts payable, and operations teams

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5+ years of accounting experience including month-end close and reconciliations

Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Construction accounting and/or job cost accounting experience preferred