Senior Project Accountant

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our client’s fast-paced construction accounting team. This is a highly visible, hands-on role working directly with the CFO to ensure the integrity of the general ledger and accuracy of project-based financial reporting. The Senior Accountant will manage the full accounting cycle, support month-end close, and strengthen internal controls in a project-driven environment.

• Growth-oriented environment supporting large-scale construction projects across California and the Western U.S.
• Stable leadership team with a long-standing track record of success

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Manage and audit job cost data (labor, materials, equipment) to support revenue recognition
• Maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and identify project “profit fade” early
• Oversee sales and use tax filings (CDTFA) and ensure compliance deadlines are met
• Support payroll and compliance processes, including union benefit remittances and DIR/LCPtracker reporting
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external CPA reviews and union trust fund audits
• Maintain and improve internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures
• Provide guidance to AP, AR, and receiving staff to ensure accurate project accounting and data integrity

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3 years of accounting experience within construction or contracting environments
• Experience with construction ERP platforms (e.g., Sage, Foundation, Vista, Procore Financials)

• Proficient in Syspro
• Strong knowledge of Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting and WIP reporting
• Familiarity with California prevailing wage laws
• Exposure to union (IBEW) fringe benefit and compliance reporting
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
• Hands-on, ownership-oriented mindset

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000*

The above represents the lowest to highest expected salary range for this job opening upon hire. Our client will consider job-related factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs when determining pay.