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We’re Hiring: Staff Accountant

We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to join a well-established construction company! This is a great opportunity for someone with a construction background who wants to grow their accounting career, work alongside a supportive Controller, and gain hands-on experience in project-based accounting.

Why This Opportunity?

Work directly under a fantastic Controller who loves to mentor and develop her team

Opportunity for long-term growth within a large organization with multiple subsidiaries

Gain exposure to international financial reporting and consolidations

Join a financially stable, well-established construction company

Collaborative, low-ego environment with a supportive team

Opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge and responsibilities

Hands-on role with exposure to multiple areas of construction accounting

Strong leadership and a team-oriented culture

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

Assist with daily accounting operations and general ledger activities

Maintain project budgets and assist with job costing and analysis

Track labor, materials, and equipment expenses across construction projects

Support project billing, accounts receivable, and collections

Prepare monthly progress billings, AIA documentation, and invoices

Process vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, and purchase orders

Coordinate with project managers on change orders, lien waivers, and project closeouts

Assist with Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and monthly job cost reports

Support month-end close, including bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and journal entries

Assist with surety bond documentation and audit requirements

Identify job cost discrepancies and support financial reporting

Collaborate with accounting and project management teams

Staff Accountant Qualifications

Construction industry experience is a huge plus, someone with strong GL will also be considered

Strong understanding of construction terminology and processes

Previous accounting, bookkeeping, or accounting clerk experience

Familiarity with project-based accounting and job costing preferred

Experience with WIP reporting and percentage-of-completion accounting a plus

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred but not required

Open to candidates with 1–2 years of accounting experience or experienced accounting clerks

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Eager to learn and grow within the organization

Salary Range

75K-80K

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