Construction Accountant

Construction Accountant (Temp-to-Hire) Fresno, CA | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

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Salary: $72,000 - $76,000 per year

A bit about us:

Join a well-established construction organization seeking an experienced Construction Accountant to support a growing accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for someone who understands construction accounting, job costing, and project-based financial environments and can contribute with minimal ramp-up time.

Experience with Vista and strong Microsoft Excel skills are highly preferred.

We are a respected and financially stable organization with a long-standing presence in California's construction industry. Our team supports a diverse portfolio of construction-related operations and is committed to delivering high-quality service through collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Why join us?

Established & Stable Organization
Join a company with a strong reputation and long history of success.

Opportunity to Make an Impact
Work closely with accounting leadership and contribute to important financial operations.

Temp-to-Hire Potential
Demonstrate your abilities and position yourself for long-term career growth.

Collaborative Team Environment
Become part of a supportive team where accuracy, accountability, and teamwork are valued.

Consistent Schedule
Enjoy regular business hours with a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.

Professional Development
Gain exposure to complex construction accounting processes, job costing, and project financial reporting.

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Consulting Construction Accountant to join our vibrant team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with a solid background in construction accounting to contribute their expertise in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities:

As a Consulting Construction Accountant, you will:

1. Conduct thorough cost analysis, and manage work-in-progress (WIP) reports to monitor project costs and profitability.
2. Utilize Vista ERP and Viewpoint Vista to manage and maintain accurate financial records.
3. Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to create and manage complex financial models and reports.
4. Oversee general ledger functions and perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
5. Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, contributing to strategic decision-making processes.
6. Manage month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
7. Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and payment.
8. Track budgets, manage job cost reporting, and perform cost tracking to ensure financial efficiency.
9. Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate reflection of company financial transactions.
10. Collaborate with team members and other departments, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. A minimum of 3 years of experience in construction accounting or a related field.
2. Proficiency in cost analysis, WIP, Vista ERP, Viewpoint Vista, and Microsoft Excel.
3. Solid knowledge of general ledger functions, account reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end close, accounts payable and receivable.
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Experience with budget tracking, job cost reporting, and cost tracking.
5. Familiarity with the construction industry and its unique financial challenges and requirements.
6. Ability to prepare and post journal entries accurately and efficiently.
7. Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all tasks.
8. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
9. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
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