Sierra Executive Solutions, Inc. (SES) is a 3rd party search firm recruiting for a construction client's Job Costing Staff Accountant. This is a great opportunity to work for a dynamic Accounting Manager in a fast growing company.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Staff Accountant with 2+ years of experience in construction job costing to join our client company's accounting team. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills (V-Lookups, Pivot Tables) and be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, tracking project costs, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. This role requires a strong understanding of construction accounting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in maintaining job cost accounting records and tracking expenses for construction projects.
- Reconcile project costs, budgets, and actual expenditures.
- General ledger and bank account reconciliations.
- Provide backup support to the accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) and payroll (PR) staff and transactions related to construction projects.
- Reconciliation of accounts payable general ledger activity and journal entries.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including job cost reports and variance analysis.
- Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation and budget tracking.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
- Assist in preparing financial statements, WIP schedules, and cash flow projections.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and construction industry accounting standards.
- Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
- Assist with payroll processing as it relates to project cost allocations.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- 2+ years of general ledger accounting experience with skills and experience in construction job costing is required. Solid knowledge of debits/credits must be demonstrated.
- Knowledge of construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300, Viewpoint, QuickBooks, Dexter Chaney) is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including skills in pivot tables and V-lookups is required.
- Understanding of AIA billing, retention tracking, and contract cost accounting.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Work Environment & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
If you are a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with experience in construction job costing, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our client's growing team.