Senior Staff Accountant

Bowers, 12116 Conway Road, Beltsville, Maryland, United States of America

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Established in 1984, The Bowers Group is a trusted provider of mechanical construction, service, and repair solutions across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. With over three decades of experience, we serve a wide range of clients—from general contractors and technology-driven organizations to healthcare facilities, government agencies, and property managers. We deliver projects through a disciplined, collaborative approach focused on quality, cost control, and reliability.

Our process includes rigorous equipment selection, detailed reviews, and proactive subcontractor management—helping us anticipate risks, avoid delays, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient results. Our success is built on a people-first culture of teamwork, accountability, and respect. By investing in our employees and fostering open communication, we create an environment that supports long-term relationships—with both our team and our clients.

The Bowers Group, a Legence company, is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Beltsville, Maryland. This is an in-office position. The Senior Staff Accountant will support financial reporting, compliance, and operational accounting, working closely with the accounting and finance team.

• Support the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare monthly reports for projects, collections, billings, contracts, and WIP (Work in Process) reporting.
• Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Fully utilize ERP software to achieve financial and operational objectives on a timely basis.
• Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts monthly.
• Maintain and monitor roll-forward schedules on a regular basis.
• Participate in the annual audit and quarterly review procedures; ensure timely and accurate documentation for external auditors.
• Participate in the implementation of internal controls and compliance with SOX requirements.
• Work on ad hoc projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting or corporate accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage of completion accounting preferred.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail; rigorous, methodical, and results driven.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with competing deadlines.
• Effective communicator with polished written and verbal skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• High ethical standards, objectivity, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

• This is an in-office position based in Beltsville, Maryland.
• No sponsorship is available for this position.
• Salary range - $85,000 - $120,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

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Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

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