Certified Payroll and Project Accountant

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Construction West Liberty , Kentucky Contract To Hire Oct 5, 2026

We are looking for a certified payroll and project accountant for awell-established, family-owned commercial general contractor serving several markets and based in Morehead Kentucky. We are poised to begin a rapid grown phase - looking for a candidate who is interested in and willing to grow along with us! Our team values quality work, long-term relationships, and a culture that treats people like family rather than headcount.

This diversified hybrid accounting and payroll position will be an integral part of our currently small, collaborative finance team. This position will own the full-cycle payroll – including Certified Payroll management and filing, as well as performing other Project Accounting and AR and AP functions for small number of large jobs which span over months or years.

• Process weekly payroll, including certified payroll, timekeeping review, and payroll tax and reporting
• Project Accounting, including billing and Accounts Receivable (collections are not an issue)
• Post payroll journal entries and other journal entries as requested
• Assist with month-end close including balance sheet reconciliations under the in-house CPA’s oversight

• 1-3 years of hands‑on payroll and certified payroll experience (REQUIRED)
• Basic understanding of Accounting, journal entry writing (debits and credits) and financial statements
• Construction or job‑cost experience
• Use of Intacct Accounting Software or equivalent
• Ability to wear multiple hats in a small, developing environment
• Positive, can‑do attitude with aptitude for technology, learning, and desire to grow in the role

$50,000 - $65,000/yr depending upon experience